What should I watch after sclerotherapy?
Most of the side effects of sclerotherapy are mild, but if you notice any of the following symptoms, you should contact your vein specialist right away:
- Increased and sudden swelling.
- Swelling near the groin area.
- New sores at the injection sites.
- Red streaks, especially near the groin area.
Are compression hose necessary after sclerotherapy?
After Sclerotherapy You should wear the compression hose every day for 3 days if red vessels were treated, and every day for 1 week if blue vessels were treated.
What happens if you don’t wear compression hose after sclerotherapy?
Therefore, it is our practice at EMA to order compression stockings after sclerotherapy treatment. If you choose NOT to wear the compression, you acknowledge that you are at higher risk for complications, in particular: HYPERPIGMENTATION: This is a brownish discoloration which can appear several weeks after treatment.
Should you sleep in compression stockings after sclerotherapy?
Most commonly, it is advised to sleep in your compression stockings only the first night after the procedure. After that, you can continue wearing them only during the day.
What should I do after vein injection?
You’ll be able to get up and walk around soon after the procedure. Walking and moving your legs is important to prevent the formation of blood clots. You’ll be asked to wear compression stockings or bandages — usually for about two weeks — to maintain compression on the treated veins.
Why choose palm vein Center for sclerotherapy treatment?
At Palm Vein Center, vein specialists also offer the use of Asclera, which is a special solution that further improves the effectiveness of sclerotherapy for spider veins and smaller varicose veins to ensure the blood vessels are replaced with healthy tissue.
Is sclerotherapy safe for spider veins?
Spider veins may only require a single treatment, while moderate-sized varicose veins may require several. Sclerotherapy is generally regarded as safe but is not for everyone. Sclerotherapy is absolutely contraindicated for use in people with the following health conditions:
Where can I find after care instructions for sclerotherapy?
For more information about after care instructions for sclerotherapy, please call 623-201-4777 or visit the Forms section of our website to download a set of instructions. Sclerotherapy is a minimally invasive injection therapy that treats spider veins and small varicose veins with a saline solution.
What is sclerotherapy and how does it work?
Sclerotherapy can be used to treat superficial spider veins and small to medium varicose veins. This procedure involves a FDA-approved medical grade sclerosant that is injected into the veins that causes the vein walls to collapse and stick together.