I Had Asclera Injections Done Yesterday, It Was So Painful I Couldn't Finish. Is This Normal?

Foam sclerotherapy is very well tolerated by our patients for the treatment of spider veins and reticular veins. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

This is very unusual in my practice.  I typically use a 31 gauge needle (tiny), perhaps ask your doctor if he/she is using the smallest possible needle.  Also, Tylenol or Tramadol (prescription) before treatment can help.  Best regards- Dr. C

I usually place numbing cream in the areas of proposed injections for at least 45 minutes prior to injection.  The injections hurt and it is my only way to decrease the pain

Thank you for your question. Sclerotherapy agents such as Asclera may cause some discomfort, but are generally tolerable procedures. Make certain you do not feel continued pain, burning, or ulceration as these may be side effects. I would recommend perhaps pre-treating with ice to help numb the area. Be sure you are under the supervision of an experienced injector. I hope this helps.

As a sclerotherapy expert who has performed over
30,000 sclerotherapy treatments over the past 30 years, I can say this is not a
typical reaction. In fact, I have never had this problem in any of my patients.
At most there may be some minor discomfort during the sclerotherapy procedure.
There are a few reasons why sclerotherapy could be painful, but without further
information it is not possible nor appropriate to say anything further. I
recommend seeking treatment for your veins from a vein expert who has a long,
successful track record of performing advanced vein procedures.