I've had the following procedures done:Phlebectomy,EVLA ultrasound guided sclero,and now will have surface sclerotherapy done. I'm into bodybuilding,and already after being only 4 days removed from ultrasound guided sclero,I'm beginning to feel depressed from lack of activity. I've been walking 30-60 mins a day in my compression stockings, but am dying to resume working out.I have surface sclero scheduled 2 weeks from now, and am dreading it.When can I resume my typical intense training routine?
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You did not post pictures which would have been helpful in providing you better guidance ...I am assuming that these thread veins are on the legs or lower extremities. KTP lasers were described as early as 1999 in published literature to be beneficial in treating telangiectasias of the face and...
There are many options and it depends on the size of the veins (capillaries << 1 mm) and includes Nd YAG laser or IPL (not as successful) and in some cases sclerotherapy. Expect to have repeat treatments until they are gone.
You basically have two potential types of treatment, sclerotherapy or topical laser. Since you have has a problem with bleaching cream, you may want to consider sclerotherapy. Topical laser always has a risk of laser burn especially in sensitive skin. You should see someone...