Sclerotherapy Questions
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Which is better, foam sclerotherapy or liquid sclerotherapy?
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I am so excited to finally rid my hands and arms of bulging veins from thin skin. I understand some risks are involved bubbles from a small amount of sclerosant foam can appear in the heart or brain, a gas emb...
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What treatment is there for the blisters after sclerotherapy?
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Asclera was injected yesterday in a sclerotherapy procedure and this morning I couldn't stand the stinging pain in the shower. It was caused by blisters. Should I put something on them?
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Will sclerotherapy treatments stop restless leg syndrome?
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Will this procedure stop restless legs and is it possible I will be able to do without the medication for restless legs?
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I still have pain and tenderness 3 weeks post-sclerotherapy, what should I do?
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I had ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy 3 weeks ago. One injection site was my inner calf, about 4-5 inches above ankle near the side of my tibia bone. This area still has pain and is very sensitive to touch, but...
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Why would I have moderate tingling in the bottom of my heel and foot after sclerotherapy? Is it permanent?
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During the procedure my right foot/heel began to tingle. I noticed it was there on and off after the procedure, which was 4 days ago. Today it has worsened, and at times my heel is burning. It has been more con...
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Can Sclerotherapy cause blood clots?
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I've heard that occasionally, small lumps of clotted blood can be felt after sclerotherapy. Aren't blood clots quite dangerous?
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When can I expect to see results from sclerotherapy?
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I had sclerotherapy for spider veins and reticular veins behind the knees 16 days ago. My spider veins started to fade, but the reticular veins have not. When can I expect to see results?
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Can you use sclerotherapy to get rid of dark under-eye veins?
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I have very dark veins under my eyes and cannot seem to find a doctor who will use sclerotherapy to get rid of them. They either want to do lasers or surgery, which is too expensive! Do you recommend sclerother...
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I had a VNUS closure, followed by sclerotherapy, but none of the original spider veins are gone. Why wasn't treatment successful?
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I had a VNUS closure April 2013, followed by sclerotherapy. I've noticed clustering and that none of the original spider veins are gone. I can press on them and watch the blood flow return. I wore stockings fo...
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Can the older "saline solution" be performed instead of Sclerotherapy for spider veins?
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Does one need to have sclerotherapy done for spider veins? I had the older saline solution treatment and never had a problem. Can this method be used instead of the new one?
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How soon after Sclerotherapy can I use a self-tanner?
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I've read conflicting answers about how long I should wait before applying fake tanning lotions (self-tanners).
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Can someone have too many spider veins to be treated?
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I have sooo many spider veins around my ankles that from a distance my ankles look purple. Would I not be a good canidate for this procedure?
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Can veins beneath the surface hurt? Will more sclerotherapy help?
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I've had two sessions of sclerotherapy. The spider veins look good (gone), but there is still some pain in the area next to the knee on both of my legs. Can veins beneath the surface hurt? Will more sclerothera...
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Can sclerotherapy treat varicose veins that have been scarred due to old clots?
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I have seen two vascular surgeons. Both said that my varicose veins have been scarred due to old clots and that EVLT or VNUS closure may not be possible. One suggested ligation, while the other recommended comp...
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Can I have Sclerotherapy on my nose?
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I have a lot of redness and small veins on my nose. Is sclerotherapy the best option?
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Should my spider veins disappear after four sclerotherapy treatments?
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I have had four treatments of sclerotherapy and one treatment of laser on my legs. One area on the inside of my knee still has dark red veins visible. Will this improve post-treatment? It has been 6 weeks since...
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An ulcer developed near my ankle 2 wks after laser and sclerotherapy. Will applying a bandage for 2 months help it resolve? Or, what do you suggest?
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An ulcer developed near my ankle 2 weeks after laser and sclerotherapy. Here is a picture: https://www.dropbox.com/s/7a1o1r4ojvbjppk/S.jpg The doctor said it would heal by itself if bandaged for 2 months. Is th...
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Can I remove my compression stockings to walk on the treadmill?
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It's been 5 day since my 3rd session of sclerotherapy. Can I remove my hose to walk on the treadmill? Otherwise, they keep sagging around my knees. I've been measured for the compression stockings, but always ...
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