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Sclerotherapy and Microsclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy was developed for treating varicose veins. Microsclerotherapy is a technique of injecting thread veins with a sclerosant that causes swelling in the vein’s wall which destroys it.

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Articles about Sclerotherapy and Microsclerotherapy

Rosacea Triggers and How to Avoid Them for Clearer Skin
14 Jan 2026

Rosacea Triggers and How to Avoid Them for Clearer Skin

Here we’ll guide you through how to identify its triggers and what you can do to prevent it.

Who Can Inject Leg Spider Veins By Microsclerotherapy?
2 May 2024

Who Can Inject Leg Spider Veins By Microsclerotherapy?

Choosing the right Microsclerotherapy is crucial in treating spider veins, here's what you need to know...

What is the Best Sclerosant for Microsclerotherapy in 2024?
14 Apr 2024

What is the Best Sclerosant for Microsclerotherapy in 2024?

This is everything you need to know about choosing the right Microsclerotherapy Sclerosant in 2024...

Your No-Nonsense Guide to Removing Thread Veins
10 Nov 2022

Your No-Nonsense Guide to Removing Thread Veins

Could sclerotherapy be the answer to getting rid of those confidence-sapping thread veins and spider veins?

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment Abroad
27 Sep 2022

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment Abroad

Sun, sea, sand and surgery... Should I abroad for cosmetic surgery or treatment? It’s easy to be tempted by the idea but sadly, it’s not always as easy.

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Questions to Ask
12 Sep 2022

Your Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Questions to Ask

If you're seeking out a clinic for any kind of cosmetic treatment. You need to ask your practitioner these important questions...

Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Treatment?
27 Jul 2022

Guide to Cosmetic Treatment - Which Treatment?

Let Consulting Room safely guide you through the process of gathering information about surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatments and products.

Your Guide to Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins
29 Apr 2022

Your Guide to Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins

Spider veins can make us feel self-conscious and leave us unable to celebrate who we are. Fortunately, Sclerotherapy for spider veins is the perfect solution!

Why Thread Vein Removal Treatment is Really Worth it
8 Mar 2022

Why Thread Vein Removal Treatment is Really Worth it

Skin expert Clare McLoughlin explains everything you need to know about Thread Vein Removal and why early treatment can help you achieve the perfect summer body

Varicose Vein Treatment: All You Need to Know
26 Jun 2018

Varicose Vein Treatment: All You Need to Know

Varicose veins treatment options. If you’ve just started looking into treatment but feel overwhelmed by all you need to know, you may find this blog useful.

Treatment of Thread and Spider Veins on Legs
3 Apr 2017

Treatment of Thread and Spider Veins on Legs

It is estimated that in many areas over 60% of the adult population suffers from varicose veins, thread veins or spider veins. How can you get rid of them?

How to Better Understand the Cost of Cosmetic Surgery
18 Feb 2016

How to Better Understand the Cost of Cosmetic Surgery

We all like a good deal, to feel that we are getting value for money so how do you better understand the cost of cosmetic surgery treatments?

NICE Updates NHS Guidelines for Varicose Veins
22 Aug 2013

NICE Updates NHS Guidelines for Varicose Veins

Guidelines for England and Wales from NICE now recommend laser and heat treatments for varicose veins over surgery.

The Best Treatments for Varicose Veins
5 Jun 2013

The Best Treatments for Varicose Veins

We decided to bring together a general lowdown on what varicose vein treatments are out there and dispel a few of the myths out there.

Sapheon Venaseal Superglue for Varicose Veins
27 Sep 2012

Sapheon Venaseal Superglue for Varicose Veins

Venaseal or `superglue` treatment by Sapheon is a unique non-surgical treatment that uses a medical adhesive to treat varicose veins.

Changes to NHS Funding of Varicose Vein Procedures
11 May 2012

Changes to NHS Funding of Varicose Vein Procedures

The NHS began to restrict access to vein surgery, such as endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) and sclerotherapy in parts of the UK.

Laser Treatment of Venous Lakes
3 Apr 2012

Laser Treatment of Venous Lakes

Venous lakes are dark blue to violet compressible small swelling caused by dilatation of venules. These are common on sun-exposed skin.

Facelifts; Non-surgical and Surgical Skin Smoothing Options
16 Dec 2011

Facelifts; Non-surgical and Surgical Skin Smoothing Options

Cosmetic surgery alterations are growing at a rapid pace, trending alongside incredible advances in technology and new medical breakthroughs.

Pain Survey Data - Expected Versus Actual Pain
14 Sep 2011

Pain Survey Data - Expected Versus Actual Pain

At MediZen, we chose to undertake an audit to assess patients' expected discomfort with actual discomfort levels when undergoing a cosmetic procedure.

Treatment of Facial Veins - Laser and Light Based Treatments
27 Jan 2011

Treatment of Facial Veins - Laser and Light Based Treatments

Facial redness and spider veins are a common cosmetic and medical complaint. What is the best treatment for this?

Celebrity Cosmetic Disasters
20 Aug 2010

Celebrity Cosmetic Disasters

There is no question that most celebrities have had a helping hand in the looks department - From lips to breasts, whether they admit it or not, celebs love cosmetic enhancements!

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