Developed a Hard Lump After Schlerotherapy

June 5, 2010
Asked By:sandy1962 in UK

I had a larger vein injected (schlero) & developed a hard lump on the back of my thigh. This was lanced but 2 wks later the lump has not disappeared. Will it eventually go? This was my 1st session so reluctant to return for 2nd session due June 9th. Thanks.

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June 8, 2010

Answer: Lump after sclerotherapy

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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June 8, 2010

Answer: Lump after sclerotherapy

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January 25, 2015

Answer: Treatment of superficial vein thrombophlebitis after sclerotherapy

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January 25, 2015

Answer: Treatment of superficial vein thrombophlebitis after sclerotherapy

December 3, 2013

Answer: It will resolve.

December 3, 2013

Answer: It will resolve.

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October 30, 2010

Answer: Perhaps this lump

October 30, 2010

Answer: Perhaps this lump

June 10, 2010

Answer: This is common and not of concern but...

June 10, 2010

Answer: This is common and not of concern but...

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