HI all, I got some veins issue, the doctor made made the needed tests and suggested for me Sclerotherapy or laser traitement. I choosed Sclerotherapy (in the beginning, he told me that it will require 6 sessions). but after only 3 sessions, he said everything is ok now .. But i am still having pain in left leg .. he told me that it may require drainage to get out the water from my leg .. what is this drainage and from where comes this water ?? Can i still ask him to make a laser for me ? thanks
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Answer: Drainage of retained coagulum (old blood) following sclerotherapy
Thank you for your question in regards to sclerotehrapy. This can be a common occurrence after sclerotherapy treatments where blood gets trapped in the vein while trying to close down. Lumps and discoloration will eventually go away over time, but can take up to six months to a year for ...
It will be fine to wear medical compression stocking 20-30 mmHg after sclerotherapy. Keep compression stocking for a period of 1 week, only during the day time. Try to avoid lifting more than 20 pounds for two weeks, avoid strenuous exercise for a week, and...
Large hand veins respons best to microphlebectomy. Smaller ones can be injected or hidden with fillers, like Radiesse. H Karamanoukian MD FCS
certified vein specialist from ABVLM and double board certified surgeon