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I developed thrombophlebitis after EVLT and foam sclerotherapy, what should I do?

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I had EVLT performed on both legs. A week later, I had a foam sclerotherapy treatment. I developed thrombophlebitis following the procedures, and was given ibuprofen 600 for 2 weeks. I am finding that I still h... Read more

What procedure treats the small ulcers after sclerotherapy?

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I have tried sclerotherapy and lasers many times. The veins on my legs and chest are stubborn. Is foam sclerotherapy better?

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I have tried sclerotherapy and lasers many times. The veins on my legs and chest are stubborn. Is foam sclerotherapy better? Read more

Can foam sclerotherapy be performed on the chest area?

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I have thin skin and prominent blue veins on my chest that make me feel self-conscious. Can foam sclerotherapy be used on the chest? If so, would the treatment rid the ugly blue veins? I want to feel more beaut... Read more

I pulled a muscle after sclerotherapy treatment, should I return to my doctor? What symptoms should I look out for?

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I had 2 veins in my calf injected 2 months ago. I was doing yoga and I think I pulled a muscle in my groin 2 weeks ago. The pain is still there and hurts down my leg. Just wondering if I should go to the doctor... Read more

Is Foam scerotherapy used for the ablation of the Saphenous vein like EVLT or ligation?

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Is Foam Sclerotherapy effective on the larger variscosities of the legs and should this type of procedure be guided by ultrasound? A vascular surgeon stated ultasound guided Foam Sclerotherapy is safer than EVL... Read more

Would foam sclerotheraphy work if I'm taking warfarin?

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My doctor says it's okay but I thought veins had to clot in order for the sclerotheraphy to be successful. Read more

Are the foam sclerotherapy treatments working like they should?

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I have had foam sclerosants injected into three veins, two of which have gone hard. The last vein in the back of my thigh feels the same as before and it disappears when I lie down, as if blood is still traveli... Read more

is foaming tx safe and effective?

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Is foam sclerotherapy as or more effecfiive as traditional sclerotherapy? Are there more risks? Read more

Are only phlebologists allowed to perform Foam Sclerotherapy?

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I've seen the procedure advertised at medspas, and wondered who is qualified to perform it legally. Read more

How many days before and/or after sclerotherapy do I need to stop taking aspirin?

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I take 81 mg of aspirin per day. I do so for general well-being. If I'm contemplating sclerotherapy, how many days before and/or after do I need to stop the aspirin? Read more

Is it safe to breastfeed a toddler after Asclera treatments?

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I have a 14-month-old daughter and am undergoing treatments for an advanced vein disease. Asclera and Sotradecol are being used for the sclerotherapy portions of my treatment. Is it safe to breastfeed after t... Read more

I am a shelf stacker. How long will I need to be off work after having a foam scerotherapy session?

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Can sitting in a hot tub 2 months after foam sclerotherapy affect the results of my procedure?

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Treated 2/28/14 minor saphenous vein. Aspirated twice. Tenderness and lumps ever since the initial procedure. Can't go without compression - hurts/aches/swells. Can sitting in a hot tub 2 months after procedure... Read more

Can foam sclerotherapy be toxic?