4 weeks ago I had a bulging blue vein under my eye cauterized. I have this pits in my skin. Is this normal?

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4 weeks ago I had a bulging blue vein under my eye cauterized. I am wondering about the pits in my skin where the vein was cauterized. I believe I can still see the vein however much thinner and darker blue in appearance. I am regretting having the procedure done with the fear that I will be scarred and that the vein may still be there. I appreciate any advice about healing for this procedure, which was performed by a doctor who specializes in Oculoplastics and Orbital Surgery.

Vivek Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. The pitting may just be the result of the vein collapsing, and this will fill in over 3-6 months. We see this on noses where veins are removed, and a temporary indentation is gradually filled in. I hope this helps!

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I am sure the oculoplastic surgeon is well experienced to treat this problem and I encourage to see him/her for a follow up soon, especially if you have concerns about healing/scarring and so on.

John Landi, MD · Answer

Cautery works by heating the vein and the skin overlying the vein.  The heat evaporates the vein and causes a burn reaction in the skin which will scab and then heal.  This process could take several months.  The veins and skin look worse before they look better.  A topical ointment such as vitamin E, aloe or even hydrocortisone may help.  Follow up with your treating physician and give it more time to heal.

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