Broken Blood Vessels NYC - (212) 644-9494 - New York, NY

Broken blood vessels occur most frequently on the face, legs and eyes. On the face and legs, burst capillaries cause red, purple or bluish hairline marks, also called spider veins. While broken blood vessels such as spider veins aren't usually life-threatening, they often make people self-conscious, particularly if the broken blood vessels appear on the face. Dermatologists, or physicians who treat skin problems, get rid of broken blood vessels in a variety of ways. The two most common treatment methods are sclerotherapy, which uses injections into the broken blood vessel to shrink it, and laser therapy. Both include anesthetics to minimize discomfort and can be completed in the doctor's office.