Sclerotherapy Therapy

Sclerotherapy pertains to a method of removing varicose veins. It is a type of therapy that is primarily used to treat the enlarged veins found on the legs and other parts of the body. To achieve the smoothened effect on the skin and eliminate raised veins, a solution has to be injected onto the problem areas. This is especially helpful for varicose veins cases, which is a condition that can be very painful during certain times.

While regarded to be a cosmetic procedure, Sclerotherapy is definitely more than that. Varicose veins, when left untreated for a long period of time, may lead to blood clots, skin breakdown, venous eczema, ulcerations, and even skin cancers at times. These are the reasons why people suffering from this condition should see a medical expert very soon.

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In a sclerotherapy session, a solution called sclerosant will be administered into the problem veins of the patient. This substance works by closing up the blood vessels and make them fade under the skin until they can no longer be seen. Support stockings are usually worn for a period of time after the treatment. When they are removed, the veins would vanish considerably.

The sclerotherapy treatment therapy normally involves several vein injections given a few weeks apart. It is possible to inject multiple veins at a time. Rarely do allergic reactions transpire on patients undergoing this therapy.

The pain caused by the procedure is minimal and is limited to the prickling sensation caused by the needle. There may also be some burning sensation created, although it would normally disappear in just a few seconds.

There are after-treatment therapies required for every patient undergoing the procedure. For starters, they are required to walk a few steps after the treatment. And perform regular walking exercises thereafter. The use of compression stockings is also advised. Weight control is very essential for people who had undergone the procedure.

Doctors and dermatologists are usually the experts who are allowed to perform this procedure. There are some known side effects like slight bruising, swelling, lumps, or matting. However, all of these are temporary and your doctor would know what to do about them. This is why it is very important to talk only to the experts at all times.