Spider Angiomas (Spider Veins)
Spider angiomas are visible, web-like veins that appear just below the outer layer of skin. At Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute, our board-certified dermatologists treat spider angiomas for men and women living all over the world.
What Are Spider Angiomas?
Spider angiomas are known by several different names:
Spider veins
Vascular spider
Nevus araneus
A spider angioma is a collection of small, dilated blood vessels clustered very close to the surface of the skin. The cluster resembles a cluster of web-like vessels resembling a spider. In most cases, these vascular lesions do not need treatment for medical reasons, yet many men and women do not like how the veins look.
What Causes Spider Angiomas?
These lesions can be caused by injuries (for an example an insect bite), sun exposure, hormonal changes, or other underlying diseases.
How Are Spider Angiomas Treated?
Treatment for spider angiomas involves destroying the veins with laser energy, which seals the veins and prevents blood flow. Your body naturally reroutes the blood through healthier veins. Over time, the damaged veins are absorbed by your body.
What Should I Expect From Spider Angioma Treatment?
After treatment using laser therapy, the lesion is normally redder before it gets better. The vein will gradually disappear in the weeks following the procedure. The spider angioma will not return, but you may develop new spider angiomas in the same area depending on the case.
Am I A Good Candidate For Spider Angioma Treatment?
If you have web-like veins on the surface of your skin, you may be a good candidate for spider angioma treatment. Our doctors will explain your options and recommend ways to prevent spider veins in the future.
Spider veins are a nuisance, and you can do something to make them disappear. The board-certified dermatologists at Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute, offers men and women in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Kendall and surrounding communities in Florida treatments for spider angiomas. To learn more about our treatments for spider angiomas, contact us today to schedule a consultation.
