Risk factors include:

• Family history of varicose veins
• Age over 40
• Pregnancy
• Obesity
• Prolonged standing or sitting
• Hormonal changes (especially in women)

Symptoms of Varicose Veins

• Bulging, twisted veins visible under the skin
• Aching, heavy, or tired legs
• Swelling around ankles and calves
• Burning, throbbing, or cramping
• Skin darkening or ulcer formation (in severe cases)

Why Should Varicose Veins Be Treated?

Untreated varicose veins can lead to:

Here's how it works:

• Persistent pain and discomfort
• Skin ulcers or wounds
• Bleeding from ruptured veins
• Formation of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis)

Treatment Options: Laser and Sclerotherapy

At Karan Hospital, we offer two modern, safe, and effective treatments based on your vein condition:

1. Laser Treatment (Endovenous Laser Therapy - EVLT)

• ✅ A thin laser fiber is inserted into the faulty vein.
• ✅ Laser energy gently seals the vein from the inside.
• ✅ Blood is rerouted to healthy veins.
• ✅ The closed vein shrinks and fades naturally over time.

Advantages:

• Minimally invasive
• Done under local anesthesia
• No big cuts or stitches
• Same-day walk-in, walk-out procedure
• Fast recovery (back to routine in 1–2 days)

2. Sclerotherapy

• ✅ A special solution (sclerosant) is injected into the small or medium varicose veins.
• ✅ The solution irritates the vein walls, causing them to stick together and close.
• ✅ The treated vein gradually disappears over a few weeks.

Advantages:

• Best for small veins and spider veins
• Quick, simple, outpatient procedure
• No surgery needed
• Excellent cosmetic results

How Do We Choose Between Laser and Sclerotherapy?

• ✅ Laser is usually chosen for large, deeper varicose veins.
• ✅ Sclerotherapy is preferred for smaller, surface-level veins or residual veins after laser treatment.
• ✅ In some cases, both treatments are combined for best results.

The decision is personalized based on:

• Size and location of veins
• Symptoms (pain, swelling, ulcers)
• Ultrasound vein mapping
• Patient’s general health and lifestyle

At Karan Hospital, Jalandhar, we believe in honest advice, safe surgery, and happy recoveries — not false promises.