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Is Sclerotherapy safe for people who bruise easily?
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I haven't had it evaluated by a doctor, but I do bruise extremely easily and the bruise usually stays for at least three weeks, even for a minor bump. Is this something I should have checked before undergoing s...
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Should I have been given anticoagulants after sclerotherapy?
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I was treated for a large vein that was pressing on the ankle region and causing a chronic ulcer. I have a history of bilateral deep vein thrombosis (DVT), post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) 80% occlusion in thighs...
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can you tan after having the Sclerotherapy procedure?
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I had the procedure done, but I was not told if I could tan.
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I have severe pain and a burning sensation in my achilles, could this be nerve damage?
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After sclerotherapy, I experienced severe pain near in my achilles. It was sharp and there was a burning sensation. When I got up and walked around it got better. During the day today, however, I am still feeli...
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Can I have an alcoholic beverage soon after I had scleortherapy on my spider veins?
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Must bandages be used after procedure?
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I have had Sclerotherapy done on my spider veins in my legs every year from 2004-2009. This was in AZ. After the procedure I would wear compression pantyhose (my own,support pantyhose) for 24 hrs. I have always...
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How long does it take for Sclerotherapy to work?
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I hade sclerotherapy yesterday, but I can still see a few of the veins that were treated. How long until all the veins disappear?
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Is it common to need repeat sclerotherapy treatments?
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I'm considering sclerotherapy, but want to know if patients typically need more than one treatment to get rid of all of the spider veins in an area.
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Sclerothrapy during menstrual cycle.
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Is it ok to do sclerotherapy during menstrual cycle?
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After sclerotherapy treatment more spider veins appeared
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It's been 2 weeks since my first sclerotherapy treatment, and the area that was injected has new spider veins?
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Should I remove the support pantyhose if my legs are swollen after sclerotherapy?
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How long will it take for me to recover from Sclerotherapy?
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Will the length of time be longer then two weeks?
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My ankle is slightly puffy and cold after having two sclerotherapy sessions, what should I do?
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After my 2nd sclerotherapy session my left ankle has been slightly puffy and feels cold. The cold goes up to the back of my lower calf. I wear compression hose daily, yet it doesn't seem to help the cold feelin...
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What are the long-term risks associated with sclerotherapy?
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I read an article that stated that sclerotherapy used to treat spider veins could lead to valve incompetence in healthy veins as the sclerosant can leave the treated area and disperse throughout the venous syst...
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How long after Sclerotherapy can you get in the sun?
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How long after Sclerotherapy can you get in the sun?
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Is it normal to have permanent pain after having extensive sclerotherapy done on all blue surface veins?
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I had all my blue surface veins injected October 2012, leaving me in severe pain that caused me to go mental. After the procedure, my foot was severely inflamed. It eventually settled after 4 months but still a...
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Will alcohol affect my upcoming sclerotherapy?
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I've heard that drinking can dilate blood vessels. Will this affect my sclerotherapy procedure? Should I stay away from alcohol for a certain amount of time? I normally have 1 or 2 drinks 3 or 4 times per week.
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What exactly is vein mapping? How do I know where the problematic vein originated from?
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I have a green/blue reticular vein inside my thigh. It loops sideways. I can see it clearly, and it feels smooth under the skin surface. I've been rated a 2 and am asymptomatic. Is there a way to find out where...
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Will being on birth control pills affect Sclerotherapy treatments?
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I've heard that birth control pills can have an effect on the vein walls, softening them and causing problems. Is this true? Could being on the pill then create problems with sclerotherapy?
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Can I take allergy medicine after Sclerotherapy?
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I had the procedure 2 days ago. Today my GP prescribed MethylPrednisolne, 4mg for allergies. Is this safe to use?
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