Is there a risk of blood clot with laser treatment for spider veins?

Post sclerotherapy follow up is necessary and sometimes drainage of retained coagulum is key. Recommend topical Sclerovase and Scleroquin plus and drainage of retained coaguum. WE routinely advocate the use f these creams and oral Scler-X after scleortherapy to reduce hyperpigmentation and...

Sclerotherapy is safe in patients with thyroid disease. It does not confer any additional risks.H Karamanoukian MD FACS certified vein specialist from ABVLM

These can be treated with sclerotherapy with possibility of recurrenece requiring repeat treatment or hyperpigmenttion or microphlebectomy or combination treatment with both. These are NOT covered by insurance. Treatment costs approx $2000. Dr H Karamanoukian#RealSelf100 Member

The most effective manner to treat forearm and hand veins of this size is microphlebectomy, not sclerotherapyH Karamanoukian MD FACS certified vein specialist from ABVLM

After being treated with a laser, it is common for veins to change in color. You can often expect to see darkening of the veins after treatment, and then a gradual lightening. I would not be too concerned with this occurrence. However, speaking with your treatment provider about this issue could...

Microphlebectomy is recommended after a Duplex scan to exclude deep vein thrombosis. H Karamanoukian MD FACS certified vein specialist from ABVLM