Is it okay to fly after sclerotherapy?

Thank you for your question in regards to sclerotherapy. It is safe to travel after sclerotherapy, but important to continue wearing compression stockings, stay hydrated and be sure to walk around. The lump could be trapped blood from the injections, following up with your provider is advised. To be sure what is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment. I hope this helps.

You may have thrombophlebitis. I advise my patients to use Venasmart compression stockings after sclero to prevent this. You may need evacuation of the thrombus and Swellx tablets. 

You should have your doctor check the lump on your leg. It is always best to have things that you feel are abnormal checked. Both my patients and me sleep better at night knowing that everything is ok.  Regarding flying, I do not restrict my patients from flying following sclerotherapy. 

I recommend getting the lump evaluated to see if it needs to be removed. You are fine to fly, but I would follow your Dr's protocols regarding compression. Best, Dr. Emer

I recommend that you get it examined and that time also have a venous Doppler ultrasound to make sure there no concurrent deep vein thrombosis, esp before travel. If there is superficial vein thrombosis, it can be drained for immediate pain relief. H Karamanoukian MD FCS
certified vein specialist from ABVLM and double board certified surgeon