Vein Treatment FAQ's > Sclerotherapy (19 entries)
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Sclerotherapy is a microinjection procedure to treat spider veins. The procedure involves injection of a sterile solution (called a sclerosing solution) into the small veins using a very fine, thin needle. ...
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Spider veins are most common in women in the age groups 30-50. This has been related to the hormone estrogen and pregnancy. Spider veins look like a network pattern in a ...
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It is done in our office. It generally does not require any type of anesthesia. The patient is asked to bring a pair of loose-fitting shorts and the spider veins are ...
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It is done in our office. It generally does not require any type of anesthesia. The patient is asked to bring a pair of loose-fitting shorts and the spider veins are ...
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The spider veins are destroyed by injecting a small amount of a chemical in the vein. The sclerosants used at Evolve Medical Associates include; sotradecol, polidocanol or Sclerodex. The chemical irritates ...
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It varies from individual to individual but typically 2-4 treatments are required for the best results. In patients with milder cases, 1-2 will suffice. The treatments are more when there are ...
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Walking is highly recommended. Plan on walking 15-30 min immediately/soon after the procedure and continue this everyday for the next week. Walking an hour a day is ideal. Strenuous activity, ...
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There is a little sting associated with each injection. The burning sensation lasts few seconds. Most individuals tolerate the procedure and do not require any type of anesthesia. The majority of ...
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Spider veins are small veins which are entirely of a cosmetic nuisance. They do not form blood clots, they do not ache, and they do not cause swollen feet or pain. ...
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Sclerotherapy should not be done on the face because the injections can be painful and the results are variable. If the facial veins are very conspicuous, laser or IPL therapy are ...
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Spider veins have no function and removing does no harm. The only reason they are removed is because of their unsightly cosmetic appearance. Varicose veins (which are superficial veins ) are ...
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Almost anyone with unwanted spider and varicose veins can be treated, except women who are pregnant or nursing. Other exceptions include those with skin infections, uncontrolled diabetes, fever, infections, history of ...
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You’ll need to purchase the compression stockings before your appointment as you will need to wear them immediately after your injections. You will be given guidance on this at your initial ...
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Most individuals have multiple veins needing to be injected. Each treatment session generally lasts up to 30 minutes. After the treatment, cotton balls with paper taped are placed over the injection ...
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Compression of the treated veins with graduated compression stockings has been shown to greatly improve the success of sclerotherapy as well as decrease the risk of complications. The type of stocking ...
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There is some mild pain which can easily be overcome with Tylenol. The injected site will appear bruised and swollen for a few days. Continual wearing of the compression hose will ...
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Sclerotherapy is an elective procedure and can be done whenever the individual wants to have it done. The procedure often does not take more than 30 min and can even be ...
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Sclerotherapy can occasionally cause a few side effects. Allergic reactions are rare. You may have itching and or bruising at the injection site. The tape used to hold the cotton balls ...
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Unfortunately, spider veins and sclerotherapy are considered cosmetic in nature and the cost of treatment is not covered by any insurance companies. For patients with significant symptoms and/or reflux related to ...