Is it okay to fly after sclerotherapy?

Question

I had scelotherapy almost 3 weeks ago. For the last 2 days I've had a very sore lump on the back of my left leg. Is this normal or should I get it checked before I travel?

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

Jeffrey Gosin, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Generally, it is safe to fly aftersclerotherapy. However I would have the lump checked out from your providerbefore flying. Please remember to always seek treatment from a board-certifieddermatologist

Ivan Brooks, MD · Answer

There is no issue with flying after sclerotherapy.  The lump on the back of your leg is most likely a thrombosis or clotted off vein segment.  This can lead to a localized area of phlebitis or inflamed vein segment.  Although not a medical concern, I would have the treating evaluate it and offer some treatments to reduce the lump and improve your results.

Michael Nguyen, MD · Answer

I allow my patients to fly after sclerotherapy, but I remind them to stay hydrated and walk around frequently to keep blood circulating in the legs. In this case, the painful lump should be checked out by your doctor prior to flying. It is better to be safe than sorry.

Lisa Perez, MD · Answer

I don't restrict flying following sclerotherapy but I would have the lump checked prior to flying.

Suzan McGary, MD · Answer

At 3 weeks, you are fine to fly.  Wear compression stockings if you have them as part of your treatment (all my patients do!).  The lump you can feel is likely clot in a vein that was closed by the sclerotherapy.  You should see the physician who treated you for an evaluation.  If it is a small clot, it can be removed with a needle to allow the vein to heal faster and for pain relief.

Is it okay to fly after sclerotherapy?

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