It is said that with Sclerotherapy there is a high Risk of having a Stroke / DVT, both around the time of treatment? and anytime after even years after if the veins started to re-open they could send some clotted blood that could circulate and block a small artery? What are the chances for this risk? Or how often does this happen?
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Answer: Sclerotherapy - late thromboembolization does NOT occur
After hand sclerotherapy, I recommend waiting 24 h before performing any forearm or hand exercises. it is unlikely that any subsequent exercising will cause the treated veins to recur. However, hand sclerotherapy carries a small risk of new blood vessels developing in the treated area and back...
Initially, I would recommend hydrocortisone cream (1 or 2%) to be applied several times a day and avoid exposure to the sun for 4 weeks.Once the bliser heals, hydroquinone or scar cream by Plato's Medicinals - see link below.
I would like to see the extent of the discoloration to better inform you, however the first thing would be to eliminate the venous stasis. You need an evaluation with a Board Certified Vein Specialist. After the stasis is resolved you need to wait. In general venous stasis discoloration DOES NOT...