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3 Ways to Prevent Breast Veins

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Dr. Vi Sharma has worked in the field of cosmetic surgery

He has a Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery, Monash University; and former member of the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine and the Royal Australian College of General Practice.

Veins are a critical part of your body, but in most cases, people don’t like the way they look. One of the most common parts of the body to develop visible veins over time is the breast. Most women are unhappy when this happens because it affects the aesthetics of the area.

Unfortunately, if you have a family history or your breasts are on the larger side, visible veins cannot be prevented. But you can try to hide them: Some women go to the drugstore to disguise their veins with makeup, but skip the self-tanner for now. The long-term effects of the active ingredient inside on pregnancy are still not researched.

Try to take veiny breasts during pregnancy in stride and know that they are just your body’s way of preparing for your baby on board now and after delivery if you choose to breastfeed. And once your nipples feel firm and drink from the cup, veiny breasts should soon be behind you.

The reason for the breast veins

Breast veins often become more noticeable during pregnancy when your blood volume increases significantly to supply you and your developing fetus with the nutrients they need.
When you breastfeed, your breasts are full of milk. This extra volume inside your breasts can cause the veins to become more visible.
Sometimes, some types of oral contraceptives can cause your breast veins to become more prominent due to the hormones they use.
Sun exposure tends to thin the skin, which means you’re more likely to develop veins under the skin.
Skin tends to thin with age, which means your veins are likely to be more visible, even if they’re not unhealthy.

Visible breast veins cannot always be prevented, especially when pregnancy and breastfeeding are the culprits. However, you can avoid some other causes to reduce your risk:

Wearing a properly fitting bra that supports your breasts can help avoid the irritation and inflammation that can cause veins on your breasts to become more visible.

Rapid weight gain and weight loss can be prevented. Gaining weight causes the skin to stretch, making your veins more prominent. Rapid weight loss also leaves veins more visible as the fat that normally hides the veins disappears.

Maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle can help reduce the appearance of breast veins, as this promotes healthy blood circulation.

There are many breast veins treatments available in Sydney to choose from when trying to remove or reduce the appearance of varicose veins. Which option the surgeon chooses will depend on the severity of the condition. Other factors include your personal therapy preference, availability, previous medical history and budget.

The two main therapies are laser treatment and sclerotherapy. Some doctors have found success using fat to cover the appearance of the veins, although the degree of success would depend on the size of the vein area.

Lasers

If the veins are below a certain size, a plastic surgeon can use lasers to shrink the veins. The veins then fade and become permanently (results may vary for every person and its not guarenteed) smaller. If the veins are above a certain size, then laser therapy is unlikely to help. It may take several appointments before satisfactory results are achieved.

Sclerotherapy

A needle containing a solution is injected into a vein. After a while, the vein collapses and is absorbed into the body. Depending on the severity of the veins, one or more sessions may be required. There is no recovery time and the procedure is considered safe, quick and effective.

There are many options to choose from when trying to remove or reduce the appearance of varicose veins.

Which treatment option for Breast Veins in Sydney the surgeon chooses will depend on the severity of the condition. Other factors include your personal therapy preference, availability, previous medical history and budget.

There are countless other “remedies” such as applying fake tan to your breasts or adding vitamin K moisturizer daily. While these may work to a limited extent, it will be a constant upkeep battle to keep the veins hidden.

In some cases, a well-padded bra can help reduce the appearance of blue veins. Breasts that are not supported have increased blood flow due to gravity. If the breasts are supported by a bra, blood flow will be regulated and some unsightly veins on the breasts might disappear on their own.

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About Dr Vi

Dr Vi Sharma is a renowned and highly trained cosmetic surgeon in Sydney, practising cosmetic surgery since 2012. He has a worldwide loyal patient base. He has a bachelor of medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery from Monash University. Dr Vi Sharma is a former member of the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine and the Royal Australian College of General Practice. Along with treating patients, he also provides training for doctors and nurses regarding aesthetic and cosmetic treatment modalities.

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