So do these vitamin K creams really work?
There is zero evidence that vitamin K can erase spider veins. There I not one scientific study which shows that vitamin K has the ability to reduce, prevent or remove spider veins. There is not one individual who can honestly come forward and claim that vitamin k creams removed his or her spider veins. One can eat, drink, slurp, or even use vitamin K as a suppository- the end result is just a waste of money.
Spider veins have no relation to vitamin K and there is no cream, herb or lotion which can be applied on the skin that will remove spider veins. Every single vitamin K cream sold on the market is simply false advertising with lots of false promises- such is the world of cosmesis.
Individuals who have spider veins have three options, do nothing, try sclerotherapy or laser. Vitamin k based creams or any other creams are a waste of money, time and are best considered junk therapy. These expensive creams do little more than moisturize your skin.
If you have spider veins and are not bothered by them, leave them alone. For those who seek vanity, perhaps laser is the best option. Remember though, laser is expensive, painful and spider veins do recur.
Showing posts with label spider veins. Show all posts
Showing posts with label spider veins. Show all posts
Monday, August 3, 2009
Can I use Vitamin K creams to get rid of my spider veins? Part 1
Millions of women have spider veins and the majority dislike them. Spider veins commonly occur on the face, outer thigh, and lower leg. While these skin lesions do not cause symptoms, they are not aesthetically pleasing. Some women only have a few spider veins, but a few unlucky women develop multiple spider veins.
Spider veins do not cause any symptoms and if one has pain, swelling, aches or itching, then the cause is not spider veins. Spider veins are only treated for a cosmetic reason. If you have any type of symptom, then the problem will not be cured by treating spider veins.
In the last decade, hundreds of treatments for spider veins have come and gone. Almost each week there is a new cream, lotion, potion, or liquid to help one get rid of spider veins. The latest in a long line of creams is vitamin K. those who sell vitamin k related products claim that application of this cream can help erase spider veins.
There are vitamin k based products in every type of formulation on the market. These creams are sold in beauty parlors, pharmacies, cosmetic shops and at many spas. In each case, exaggerated claims are made such as applying the cream twice a day can erase the spider vein, make the skin soft, reduce wrinkles, improve skin texture and so on. Most vendors of these products claim that vitamin K can remove spider veins in a few weeks.
Vitamin K is known as a fat-soluble vitamin and is generally taken by mouth. In the hospital setting, it is sometimes administered as an injection in individuals who have bleeding disorders. All humans have large stores of vitamin k and do not require supplementation. Vitamin k is readily available from the diet when one eats vegetables and legumes. It is very rare for a health care worker to prescribe vitamin K for healthy individuals.
Spider veins do not cause any symptoms and if one has pain, swelling, aches or itching, then the cause is not spider veins. Spider veins are only treated for a cosmetic reason. If you have any type of symptom, then the problem will not be cured by treating spider veins.
In the last decade, hundreds of treatments for spider veins have come and gone. Almost each week there is a new cream, lotion, potion, or liquid to help one get rid of spider veins. The latest in a long line of creams is vitamin K. those who sell vitamin k related products claim that application of this cream can help erase spider veins.
There are vitamin k based products in every type of formulation on the market. These creams are sold in beauty parlors, pharmacies, cosmetic shops and at many spas. In each case, exaggerated claims are made such as applying the cream twice a day can erase the spider vein, make the skin soft, reduce wrinkles, improve skin texture and so on. Most vendors of these products claim that vitamin K can remove spider veins in a few weeks.
Vitamin K is known as a fat-soluble vitamin and is generally taken by mouth. In the hospital setting, it is sometimes administered as an injection in individuals who have bleeding disorders. All humans have large stores of vitamin k and do not require supplementation. Vitamin k is readily available from the diet when one eats vegetables and legumes. It is very rare for a health care worker to prescribe vitamin K for healthy individuals.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Facial Veins (Spider veins)
Just what are facial veins?
All of us have bluish liner discolorations on the face. These bluish structures are tiny facial veins and often are very conspicuous. To make it sound fancy, some physicians call these tiny bluish veins telengiectasias. Facial veins can occur anywhere on the face but are most common on the nose and cheeks.
These facial veins do not cause symptoms- they are painless. Anyone who has symptoms from facial veins has another disorder. Close examination of facial veins will reveal a dark center with numerous fine reddish-blue lines radiating circumferentially. Because of such an appearance, these facial veins are also known as spider veins. In most cases, individuals develop multiple facial veins.
Why do facial veins occur?
No one really knows the cause of facial veins. One suggestion is that exposure to intense sun can increase the risk of facial veins. In general, facial veins are more common in individuals who have a history of intense sun exposure.
When do facial veins appear?
Facial veins become obvious in the 4th decade of life. Some individuals with intense sun exposure during childhood may develop spider veins a lot earlier
Do facial veins cause symptoms?
No. Facial veins are asymptomatic-there is no pain, no itching or any swelling. The chief reason individuals go to see a health care worker is primarily cosmetic.
All of us have bluish liner discolorations on the face. These bluish structures are tiny facial veins and often are very conspicuous. To make it sound fancy, some physicians call these tiny bluish veins telengiectasias. Facial veins can occur anywhere on the face but are most common on the nose and cheeks.
These facial veins do not cause symptoms- they are painless. Anyone who has symptoms from facial veins has another disorder. Close examination of facial veins will reveal a dark center with numerous fine reddish-blue lines radiating circumferentially. Because of such an appearance, these facial veins are also known as spider veins. In most cases, individuals develop multiple facial veins.
Why do facial veins occur?
No one really knows the cause of facial veins. One suggestion is that exposure to intense sun can increase the risk of facial veins. In general, facial veins are more common in individuals who have a history of intense sun exposure.
When do facial veins appear?
Facial veins become obvious in the 4th decade of life. Some individuals with intense sun exposure during childhood may develop spider veins a lot earlier
Do facial veins cause symptoms?
No. Facial veins are asymptomatic-there is no pain, no itching or any swelling. The chief reason individuals go to see a health care worker is primarily cosmetic.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Spider Veins 101 Part 2
Do spider evens increase with age?
Yes, most people begin to see spider veins in the 4th and 5th decades of life. Spider veins also run in families and so if anyone in the family has spider veins, you are also prone to spider veins.
How does the oral contraceptive pill cause spider veins?
It is believe that the female sex hormone, estrogen, can cause weakening or damage to valves in the veins. The valves usually prevent back flow of blood. When these valves are damaged, blood starts to pool in the veins and hence the veins appear dark.
Spider veins also tend to be more common in pregnancy. The combination of weight gain and excess estrogen are the probable cause.
Can spider veins disappear on their own?
Generally, spider veins do lighten up a bit, but never disappear completely. In most cases, spider veins become more obvious with time. Spider veins which develop on the face tend to darken with sun exposure. Other factors that worsen spider veins is lack of exercise, weight gain and a couch potato life style.
Do spider veins occur in men?
Sure, men of all races, cultures, and ethnic origin develop spider veins. Spider veins in men are much less common than in females. The majority of men who do develop spider veins are obese or have had extensive sun exposure on their face. However, most men do not care about aesthetics and the majority do not even know they have spider veins
How does one prevent spider veins?
For those who have spider veins on the face- keep away from the sun. Wear a sunscreen, wear a hat and sun glasses. For those who have spider veins on the legs, the best treatment is to wear compression stocking. These stockings come in all styles, colors designs, and fashion. Most of the current day stockings are elegant to wear and sexy. To get the most benefit from these stocking, one has to wear the stockings every day and remove them at night. The pressure stockings come in various gradients but for spider veins a gradient of 5-10 mmHg will suffice. If you also have varicose veins, then it is better to get stockings with a higher gradient. Stockings are not a cure for spider veins but can help prevent them from getting worse.
Individuals who stand around a lot should wear stockings or move around. Exercise is very effective at squeezing muscles and hence this prevent blood from pooling in the veins. When you go to bed, place your legs over a couple of pillows. Anytime you rest, keep your legs elevated.
Yes, most people begin to see spider veins in the 4th and 5th decades of life. Spider veins also run in families and so if anyone in the family has spider veins, you are also prone to spider veins.
How does the oral contraceptive pill cause spider veins?
It is believe that the female sex hormone, estrogen, can cause weakening or damage to valves in the veins. The valves usually prevent back flow of blood. When these valves are damaged, blood starts to pool in the veins and hence the veins appear dark.
Spider veins also tend to be more common in pregnancy. The combination of weight gain and excess estrogen are the probable cause.
Can spider veins disappear on their own?
Generally, spider veins do lighten up a bit, but never disappear completely. In most cases, spider veins become more obvious with time. Spider veins which develop on the face tend to darken with sun exposure. Other factors that worsen spider veins is lack of exercise, weight gain and a couch potato life style.
Do spider veins occur in men?
Sure, men of all races, cultures, and ethnic origin develop spider veins. Spider veins in men are much less common than in females. The majority of men who do develop spider veins are obese or have had extensive sun exposure on their face. However, most men do not care about aesthetics and the majority do not even know they have spider veins
How does one prevent spider veins?
For those who have spider veins on the face- keep away from the sun. Wear a sunscreen, wear a hat and sun glasses. For those who have spider veins on the legs, the best treatment is to wear compression stocking. These stockings come in all styles, colors designs, and fashion. Most of the current day stockings are elegant to wear and sexy. To get the most benefit from these stocking, one has to wear the stockings every day and remove them at night. The pressure stockings come in various gradients but for spider veins a gradient of 5-10 mmHg will suffice. If you also have varicose veins, then it is better to get stockings with a higher gradient. Stockings are not a cure for spider veins but can help prevent them from getting worse.
Individuals who stand around a lot should wear stockings or move around. Exercise is very effective at squeezing muscles and hence this prevent blood from pooling in the veins. When you go to bed, place your legs over a couple of pillows. Anytime you rest, keep your legs elevated.
Spider Veins 101
What are spider veins?
Almost everyone has spider veins or will develop them at some point in their lives. Spider veins resemble a tiny dark star with a lot of lines radiating from the center. The shape and size of spider veins vary but most are quite small. It is believed that close to ¾ women and men will have spider veins after the 3rd/4th decade of life. Spider veins are more common in women and can occur on any part of the body. Usually they are found on the face, back of thighs and buttock area. While the exact cause is unknown, spider veins are linked to increased pressure in the veins, obesity, excess sun exposure, and plain bad luck
Are Spider veins harmful?
To get the fact rights. Spider veins are absolutely 100 percent harmless. They are so small that they never ever cause any problems. Any physician or health care professional who claims that spider veins can cause health problems is being dishonest or is ignorant about this disorder and you need to get a new physician. Spider veins are only of a cosmetic concern. Most individuals, esp. women do not like these dark spots because they are obvious and appear unattractive.
There is no cure for spider veins and even with treatment, they can recur again and again. For those who have spider veins in the legs, the best treatment is to wear support hose stockings and try to maintain a reasonable weight
Do spider veins cause pain?
Absolutely not. If you have pain, then the cause is most definitely not from spider veins. Pain , swelling, redness or fever or any other symptoms is never caused by spider veins.
Why do spider veins occur?
The real reason why spider veins occur is not known. Spider veins are very small vessels with very thin walls. Anytime the wall is damaged or the valves inside the vein are damaged, the veins become swollen and conspicuous. Any condition or activity that increases pressure in the veins can then cause spider veins. For example, if one was to gain weight, then spider veins will become prominent just from the increased pressure. Other factors that promote spider veins include prolonged standing, excessive sun exposure, prolonged periods of standing and use of oral contraceptives.
Almost everyone has spider veins or will develop them at some point in their lives. Spider veins resemble a tiny dark star with a lot of lines radiating from the center. The shape and size of spider veins vary but most are quite small. It is believed that close to ¾ women and men will have spider veins after the 3rd/4th decade of life. Spider veins are more common in women and can occur on any part of the body. Usually they are found on the face, back of thighs and buttock area. While the exact cause is unknown, spider veins are linked to increased pressure in the veins, obesity, excess sun exposure, and plain bad luck
Are Spider veins harmful?
To get the fact rights. Spider veins are absolutely 100 percent harmless. They are so small that they never ever cause any problems. Any physician or health care professional who claims that spider veins can cause health problems is being dishonest or is ignorant about this disorder and you need to get a new physician. Spider veins are only of a cosmetic concern. Most individuals, esp. women do not like these dark spots because they are obvious and appear unattractive.
There is no cure for spider veins and even with treatment, they can recur again and again. For those who have spider veins in the legs, the best treatment is to wear support hose stockings and try to maintain a reasonable weight
Do spider veins cause pain?
Absolutely not. If you have pain, then the cause is most definitely not from spider veins. Pain , swelling, redness or fever or any other symptoms is never caused by spider veins.
Why do spider veins occur?
The real reason why spider veins occur is not known. Spider veins are very small vessels with very thin walls. Anytime the wall is damaged or the valves inside the vein are damaged, the veins become swollen and conspicuous. Any condition or activity that increases pressure in the veins can then cause spider veins. For example, if one was to gain weight, then spider veins will become prominent just from the increased pressure. Other factors that promote spider veins include prolonged standing, excessive sun exposure, prolonged periods of standing and use of oral contraceptives.
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