Should I lose weight before getting sclerotherapy for spider veins?

May 3, 2017
Asked By:DrRat in San Diego, CA

I've developed spider veins in my legs in the past couple of years. I'm a stress eater and have gained a lot of weight, to the point of being clinically obese. I am losing the weight slowly with diet and exercise but realistically won't be at a healthy weight until 2018. I hate the way my legs look, but since obesity is associated with production of spider veins, I am wondering if I should lose weight prior to getting sclerotherapy? I'd hate to get treatment and have them come back!

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May 5, 2017

Answer: Sclerotherapy Facts & Results for veins--Takes a series of treatments

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October 15, 2018

Answer: WEIGHT AND SCLEROTHERAPY

October 15, 2018

Answer: WEIGHT AND SCLEROTHERAPY

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