Spider Vein Removal (Sclerotherapy)

Spider Vein Removal (Sclerotherapy)

Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical procedure that eliminates unsightly spider veins and varicose veins instantly. With fast recovery time and minimal discomfort spider veins and varicose veins are eradicated permanently. Contact the clinic of Dr. Pascual in Miami to schedule an appointment and receive the excellent and effective Sclerotherapy treatment.

Aside from being unsightly, spider veins and varicose veins may at times cause pain and discomfort, as well as health problems. Nonetheless, Sclerotherapy will remove unwanted spider veins and varicose veins safely and through only mildly invasive procedures. With only a couple of therapy sessions, unattractive spider veins and varicose veins will disappear permanently.

Sclerotherapy Procedure

Sclerotherapy treatment entails introduction of a sclerosing agent to the spider veins and varicose veins. The sclerosing agent, which is injected to the veins causes vein constriction, and through time the vein turns into scar tissue which will no longer be visible.
The severity of the spider veins and varicose veins is a determining factor of how many treatments the patient will need. Nevertheless, Sclerotherapy treatment is proven effective without the use of invasive surgeries.

FAQs

Is the procedure painful?

Minor discomfort has been reported by patients during the Sclerotherapy treatment, but this is minimal compared to invasive surgeries to remove spider veins and varicose veins. However, the discomfort is tolerable and there is no need for topical anesthetic agents for the Sclerotherapy treatment.

How long is the procedure?

Depending on the severity of spider veins and varicose veins, the procedure may last from 15 to 30 minutes. The duration of the Sclerotherapy treatment session may vary with the number of spider veins and varicose veins to be treated per session.

Will I see results after one treatment?

Results may not be visible immediately after the treatment, as the veins may need a couple of days to constrict and become invisible. However, a noticeable difference may be seen after a session of Sclerotherapy treatment. Usually, for best results it takes about three Sclerotherapy treatment sessions and maintenance sessions thereafter.

How long do I need to wait before having another Sclerotherapy treatment?

Generally, a 30 day recovery period is advised before going through another session of Sclerotherapy treatment, because the veins need time to constrict. A month after the Sclerotherapy treatment, there will be a marked changed in the visibility of spider veins and varicose veins so that another Sclerotherapy treatment may not be necessary.

How long is the recovery period and are there special precautions after the procedure?

Patients are able to get back to their normal activities as soon as the treatment is over. Some patients may feel discomfort and may have slight bruising from the procedure, but this is bearable. Nonetheless, they must wear pressure stockings for 24 hours after the procedure. Also, there are pressure dressings put on the injection sites to avoid bleeding after the procedure. Patients are also encouraged to take slow walks after the treatment is over.

Thorough guidelines will be given by Dr. Pascual after the procedure.