They're most common in the legs and ankles. They usually aren't serious. Sclerotherapy uses an injection of a special chemical (sclerosant) into a varicose vein to damage and scar the inside lining of ...

But different types of laser and chemical injection treatments can safely and quickly make these veins less noticeable. Sclerotherapy is the gold standard for treating unwanted leg veins, including ...

Lasers, however, are a good option for treating delicate areas and for people who are allergic to the injection solution. Doctors often use a combination of sclerotherapy and lasers: sclerotherapy ...