How long does swelling last after vein ablation?

It’s important to distinguish between varicose veins and spider veins when choosing between laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and vein surgery. With two board certified vein specialists, our center uses a combination of visual examination, functional flow measurements, ultrasound, transillumination, and infrared light to map out vein networks prior to therapy. Lasers can be used to treat deep varicose vein insufficiency, vein perforators, and varicose veins. Sclerotherapy is ideal for spider veins and reticular veins. Whereas surgery is reserved for severely incompetent varicose vein segments.


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Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 surgeon

It is normal to have some inflammation and pulling post procedure.  Usually around day 3 to 7 there can be some pulling and aching.  We recommend wearing compression hose daily for the first month and walking as much as possible.  The mild edema and pulling or any bruising or aching usually goes away over the first 3 to 4 weeks

Most patients after GSV ablation report improvement in their symptoms within one to two weeks following the vein treatment. I recommend that you wear your medical compression stocking for at least a week after the removal of the ace bandage during the daytime. Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for two weeks after the procedure, but walk and stay active. It is very important to come back for your ultrasound follow up at 3 to 7 days after vein ablation. Stay in communication with your vein doctor regarding any question or concern.

Post ablation everyone has some degree of bruising and swelling.  This will resolve over one to three weeks.  Everyone heals at a different rate. Wet heat to the are, compression and ibuprofen will help.