Absolutely! Some of the best results come from treating the mattes that were caused by sclerotherapy injections or similar treatments. The tiny vessels are difficult to treat with lasers and other technologies, but the Veinwave provides a very high level of patient satisfaction.
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Does the sclerotherapy treatment relieve or help vein disease symptoms?
Yes. Sclerotherapy which is an injections of a medication to close veins can help or relieve symptoms such as tenderness, aching, and burning caused by varicose veins. However, it is best to have an evaluation by a doctor with an ultrasound to know the full extent [...]
My friend had sclerotherapy a few days ago, and now she has blisters around the area that was treated. Is this a normal side effect? She said her specialist never mentioned anything about possible blisters.
Your friend may be experiencing skin break down which can happen with any sclerotherapy. It will heal fully but it must [...]
Could hot water from a jacuzzi or hot shower, or cold water in a swimming pool, negatively affect my vein treatment results? How long should I refrain from the hot tub and pool?
We recommend a week of avoiding hot tubs or Jacuzzi after sclerotherapy . The reason is based on a study that showed better [...]
How long does it take to show an improvement after the Sclerotherapy is performed?
It is variable. Most patients will see the veins looking much worse for the first 2 weeks. After that they see some improvement. Some patients can enjoy great results as soon as 4 weeks after injections, others might take up to 3-4 [...]
Can dermatologist perform Scleotherapy Or only Phlebologists? What kind of certification is required?
Although sclerotherapy may be performed by any type of physician, you will likely experience the best results with someone who is both highly experienced and a specialist in treating venous disease, and in the use of sclerotherapy specifically. Look for someone who [...]
I hade sclerotherapy yesterday, but I can still see a few of the veins that were treated. How long until all the veins disappear?
It is quite variable from patient to patient and from vein to vein. Most of the times takes at least 3-4 weeks before some results can be appreciated, however could go as [...]
How is polidocanol related to Sclerotherapy? I’ve heard conflicting accounts. What exactly is polidocanol?
Polidocanol is a sclerosing agent, drug used to treat veins. It works quite well. Currently, it is available only from compounding pharmacies in the US, although it will be available from a manufacturer soon. The drug most commonly used int the US [...]
I use compression hose for three days to three weeks and tell patients it is fine to shower without them on. So for my patients they can shower the day after sclerotherapy.
When can I remove the bandages?
This will depend upon the treating physician. It may depend on what type of bandages your doctor prescribed. [...]
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?
There is not strong data suggesting that BCP’s effect the results of sclerotherapy. The major concerns would be a possible increased incidence of DVT [...]
I had the procedure 2 days ago. Today my GP prescribed MethylPrednisolne, 4mg for allergies. Is this safe to use?
Generally yes but you should ask the MD who treated you
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I heard that Asclera (Polidocanol) was recently FDA approved. When can patients expect this sclerant to be widely available in the US?
Not sure about when the FDA will approve. I have been told it is expected soon. Possibly it will be available in a few months.
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 sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy is generally safe for the vast majority of patients, even for those who may bruise easily. [...]
I have a lot of redness and small veins on my nose. Is sclerotherapy the best option?
While sclerotherapy may work well for small veins, a new device called VeinWave may be a better choice. VeinWave uses a tiny needle tip to deliver heat to the vein and works veery well for many small facial veins [...]
Is a smaller ultrasound used to be able to see tiny spider veins? What if the veins are on my cheeks, can I still have them use an ultrasound?
Ultrasound guided sclerofoam is a procedure done to eliminate the so called tributary branches and peforators. Occasionally is used to eliminate some of the superficial “large” varicosities. [...]
