Hi I am 33 years old patient with systemic lupus erythematosus since 2004 now I'm under control with mycophenolic acid. My main concern is that I have a lot of spider veins on my legs and thighs I want to ask if the treatment with sclerotherapy is recommended for me and it will not cause any side effects like blood clotting after treatment. Many thanks in advance
June 6, 2017
Answer: Immunosuppressants and Sclerotherapy I have treated several patients on immunosuppressants with sclerotherapy and surface laser for spider veins. In my experience, I would recommend a test patch. Often times, these medications do increase your risk of staining and discoloration following treatments. It is safe to do either treatment. I am assuming you might be taking Myfortic with a steroid? If so, that can increase your sensitivity towards the treatments. A test patch is always a good idea when you are these types of medications. Good luck!
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June 6, 2017
Answer: Immunosuppressants and Sclerotherapy I have treated several patients on immunosuppressants with sclerotherapy and surface laser for spider veins. In my experience, I would recommend a test patch. Often times, these medications do increase your risk of staining and discoloration following treatments. It is safe to do either treatment. I am assuming you might be taking Myfortic with a steroid? If so, that can increase your sensitivity towards the treatments. A test patch is always a good idea when you are these types of medications. Good luck!
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June 6, 2017
Answer: Options to treatment Sclerotherapy may give you the results you are looking for to treat spider veins. However, consider a visit to a vein specialist who you can trust. Using ultrasound to scan your legs, your physician will determine if venous reflux is present. According to the results the vein specialist can help you decide the best treatment option for you according to your specific goals and also taking in consideration pros and cons related to your medical history. In essence, healthy veins contain valves that open and close to assist the return of blood back to the heart. When these valves that keep blood flowing out of the lower extremities and back to the heart are not longer functioning is call venous reflux. Because of reflux the blood pool in the legs can lead to signs and symptoms like varicose veins, swelling, pain, cramps, burning sensation or itching of the skin, and other changes in the lower extremities. Factors that contribute to this include age, gender, family history, heavy lifting, pregnancies, obesity, and prolonged standing. There are many options to treat you if reflux is present including sclerotherapy if your physician recommends its use in combination with other treatments or by itself.
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June 6, 2017
Answer: Options to treatment Sclerotherapy may give you the results you are looking for to treat spider veins. However, consider a visit to a vein specialist who you can trust. Using ultrasound to scan your legs, your physician will determine if venous reflux is present. According to the results the vein specialist can help you decide the best treatment option for you according to your specific goals and also taking in consideration pros and cons related to your medical history. In essence, healthy veins contain valves that open and close to assist the return of blood back to the heart. When these valves that keep blood flowing out of the lower extremities and back to the heart are not longer functioning is call venous reflux. Because of reflux the blood pool in the legs can lead to signs and symptoms like varicose veins, swelling, pain, cramps, burning sensation or itching of the skin, and other changes in the lower extremities. Factors that contribute to this include age, gender, family history, heavy lifting, pregnancies, obesity, and prolonged standing. There are many options to treat you if reflux is present including sclerotherapy if your physician recommends its use in combination with other treatments or by itself.
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