Sclerotherapy

Sclerotherapy is used to treat spider & varicose veins. Spider veins are formed by the dilation of a small group of blood vessels located close to the surface of the skin. Although they can appear anywhere on the body, spider veins are most commonly found on the face and legs. They usually pose no health hazard but may produce a dull aching in the legs after prolonged standing. Varicose veins are abnormally or enlarged blood vessels caused by a dilation of the vein’s walls, secondary to valvular malfunction. They can be harmful to a patient’s health because they may be associated with the development of deep venous thrombosis.

 A sclerosing solution is injected into the veins with a micro-needle. A test is required for those receiving treatment for the 1st time to make sure that there is no adverse reaction to the medication. One to six injections are usually required to effectively treat many veins. The treatment intervals are 4-6 weeks. Minimal discomfort can be expected. Topical anesthetic is not required, but is available.

Pre-treatment: Do not take any aspirin or ibuprofen containing products 2 weeks prior to treatment because it prolongs bleeding.  Do not shave legs or apply lotion on the day of test or treatment.  Please avoid tanning or tanning creams prior to treatment as this will make the vessels harder to see. Bring shorts with you and also wear loose fitting clothes the day of treatment.

Post-treatment: For best results wear prescription grade support hose for 3 weeks. This is not required but recommended. Do not excercise for 3 days for small vessels, 1 week for larger vessels. You may walk for excercise but please no jogging.

For more information about this treatment please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@boppskin.com or call 504-455-9933 to schedule an appointment.