I wore stockings for 5 days and didn't feel much pain. Now, at night I take them off. My veins got a bit swollen where the procedure took place and my leg hurts, I can't walk naturally. Is this normal? My doctor is out of town for 3 more weeks. Can I wait for an appointment until then or should I call him immediately? For how long should I take ibuprofen? Can I apply a cooling gel (horsbalm) to the affected area? Thank you!
March 27, 2018
Answer: Leg pain and sclerotherapy. It is not normal to have leg pain 10 days after foam sclerotherapy and sclerotherapy should not affect your walking. I would recommend that you follow up with your treating physician or someone covering him. It is always prudent to rule out any potential problem such a DVT.
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March 27, 2018
Answer: Leg pain and sclerotherapy. It is not normal to have leg pain 10 days after foam sclerotherapy and sclerotherapy should not affect your walking. I would recommend that you follow up with your treating physician or someone covering him. It is always prudent to rule out any potential problem such a DVT.
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Pain after foam sclerotherapy It is not uncommon to have pain after foam sclerotherapy especially if a large vein was treated. Sometimes an inflammatory condition called phlebitis develops which is painful. The area can also appear red and feel warm. This typically responds well to warm compresses several times a day for a few days in conjunction with anti-inflammatory medication. Compression stockings should also be worn. If symptoms do not improve or worsen over the next 2-3 days then you need to be seen by a physician and be evaluated.
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March 20, 2018
Answer: Pain after foam sclerotherapy It is not uncommon to have pain after foam sclerotherapy especially if a large vein was treated. Sometimes an inflammatory condition called phlebitis develops which is painful. The area can also appear red and feel warm. This typically responds well to warm compresses several times a day for a few days in conjunction with anti-inflammatory medication. Compression stockings should also be worn. If symptoms do not improve or worsen over the next 2-3 days then you need to be seen by a physician and be evaluated.
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