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Sclerotherapy Procedure

Sclerotherapy is effective in the treatment of varicose veins and spider veins. It is usually considered the treatment of choice for tiny varicose veins.<br><br>Sclerotherapy includes administering a solution directly into the vein. The sclerotherapy solution causes the vein to scar, forcing blood to divert through the healthy veins. The collapsed vein is reabsorbed into local tissue and ultimately fades away.<br>

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Sclerotherapy Procedure

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  1. Sclerotherapy Procedure

  2. What is Sclerotherapy? • Sclerotherapy  is effective in the treatment of varicose veins and spider veins. It is usually considered the treatment of choice for tiny varicose veins.Sclerotherapy includes administering a solution directly into the vein. The sclerotherapy solution causes the vein to scar, forcing blood to divert through the healthy veins. The collapsed vein is reabsorbed into local tissue and ultimately fades away.

  3. Why it is done • Sclerotherapy procedure is usually done for: • Cosmetic purposes — to improve the appearance of varicose veins and spider veins The procedure could also improve associated symptoms such as: • Aching • Swelling • Burning • Night cramps • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, doctors recommend waiting to have sclerotherapy done.

  4. Sclerotherapy Risks • Sclerotherapy results in very few severe complications. Temporary side effects Some side effects that might happen at the site of the injection include: • Bruising • Raised red areas • Small skin sores • Dark skin in the form of lines or spots • Multiple small red blood vessels • These side effects generally go away within a few days to several weeks. However, some side effects could take months or even years to disappear completely.

  5. What you could expect • Sclerotherapy is generally done in your doctor's office and does not need anesthesia. In general, it takes less than one hour to do the procedure. During the procedure For the procedure, you will lie down on your back with your legs slightly elevated. After cleansing the region to be treated with alcohol, your doctor will use a fine needle to gradually insert a solution into the appropriate vein. The solution, generally in liquid form, works by irritating the lining of the vein, causing it to swell shut and obstruct the flow of blood. Some solutions contain a local anesthetic known as lidocaine.

  6. What you could expect • After the procedure You will be able to get up and walk around shortly after your procedure. Walking and moving your legs is crucial to prevent the formation of blood clots!You will be requested to wear compression stockings or bandages generally for about two weeks to maintain compression on the treated veins.

  7. Sclerotherapy Results • If you have been treated for tiny varicose veins or spider veins, you may generally expect to see final results within three to six weeks. Larger veins might need three to four months. For some people, multiple treatments might be required to achieve the results wanted.Veins that respond to treatment usually do not come back, but new veins might appear.

  8. Website : https://hillregionalhospital.com • Phone No: 254-580-8500 • Email Id : psheldon@hillrh.com

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