I Have Red Itchy Bumps on my Legs After Sclerotherapy, Its Been 2 Weeks and They Still Itch, is This Normal
Answer: Bumps on Leg After Sclerotherapy
Though itching after sclerotherapy is quite normal, it should not last longer than two weeks as you’re describing. Bumps, redness, and mild discomfort are common after the injections as well. Have you followed your post-operative guidelines and worn your compression garments as instructed? If not, this could be contributing to your symptoms. As a double board certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon in San Diego, I would recommend that you follow up with your injector to ensure that you are healing properly.
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Answer: Bumps on Leg After Sclerotherapy
Though itching after sclerotherapy is quite normal, it should not last longer than two weeks as you’re describing. Bumps, redness, and mild discomfort are common after the injections as well. Have you followed your post-operative guidelines and worn your compression garments as instructed? If not, this could be contributing to your symptoms. As a double board certified dermatologist and cosmetic surgeon in San Diego, I would recommend that you follow up with your injector to ensure that you are healing properly.
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May 16, 2013
Answer: Sclerotherapy
It is common to have some redness and itching after sclerotherapy treatment. I would encourage you to use gentle non-fragrant soap and an emollient such as Cetaphil.
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May 16, 2013
Answer: Sclerotherapy
It is common to have some redness and itching after sclerotherapy treatment. I would encourage you to use gentle non-fragrant soap and an emollient such as Cetaphil.
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Answer: Itching after sclerotherapy is uncommon beyond 24 hours Itching is self limited and can last 24 hours or less and this is why we use topical hydrocortisone 1% on the areas injected after sclerotherapy. Longer lasting itching and bumps require in person evaluation by the treating vein specialist.
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Answer: Itching after sclerotherapy is uncommon beyond 24 hours Itching is self limited and can last 24 hours or less and this is why we use topical hydrocortisone 1% on the areas injected after sclerotherapy. Longer lasting itching and bumps require in person evaluation by the treating vein specialist.
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Red itchy bumps after sclerotherapy I wish that you had provided a photo of the red itchy bumps. Generally, you can have some itchy bumps immediately after sclerotherapy. If these bumps still itch after two weeks I recommend that you return to your treating dermatologist for examination. It is possible that you are allergic to the compression hose that you were wearing or developed some type of eczema. Be certain to seek out a board certified dermatologist who has a lot of experience with Cosmetic Dermatology.
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March 15, 2017
Answer: Red itchy bumps after sclerotherapy I wish that you had provided a photo of the red itchy bumps. Generally, you can have some itchy bumps immediately after sclerotherapy. If these bumps still itch after two weeks I recommend that you return to your treating dermatologist for examination. It is possible that you are allergic to the compression hose that you were wearing or developed some type of eczema. Be certain to seek out a board certified dermatologist who has a lot of experience with Cosmetic Dermatology.
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February 14, 2012
Answer: Redness and Itching of Skin After Sclerotherapy (Leg Vein Treatment)
It is common to have redness, itching, and small bumps after sclerotherapy treatments at the sites injected. Usually it resolves after a few weeks on its own. I recommend you use bland emollients (moisturizers) and gentle soaps (no fragrance) to avoid aggravating the irritation and to keep the skin well-hydrated. If it persists despite these efforts, I recommend you follow up with the physician who did the treatment. Occasionally, I will prescribe a mild topical steroid to help with the redness, itching and bumpiness, which your doctor may find helpful as well.
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February 14, 2012
Answer: Redness and Itching of Skin After Sclerotherapy (Leg Vein Treatment)
It is common to have redness, itching, and small bumps after sclerotherapy treatments at the sites injected. Usually it resolves after a few weeks on its own. I recommend you use bland emollients (moisturizers) and gentle soaps (no fragrance) to avoid aggravating the irritation and to keep the skin well-hydrated. If it persists despite these efforts, I recommend you follow up with the physician who did the treatment. Occasionally, I will prescribe a mild topical steroid to help with the redness, itching and bumpiness, which your doctor may find helpful as well.
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