FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW DOES SCLEROTHERAPY VEIN TREATMENT WORK?
Our treatments are non-invasive, fast, safe and effective. Patients can resume normal activities within minutes of treatment. Typically 3 - 5 treatments are required to achieve optimal results. StudioMD offers one of the most effective laser vein removal options in Brooklyn.**Results can vary based on individual conditions
WHAT IS THE TREATMENT LIKE?
Each treatment session lasts 20-30 minutes. The needles used are very fine so discomfort is minimal and the treatment is generally painless. Once treated it can take between 2 weeks and 3 months for the veins to completely disappear.
HOW SUCCESSFUL IS SCLEROTHERAPY?
After treatment most patients can expect a 80-90% improvement in the treated vessel. The fading process is gradual with treated veins fading up to three months after the last treatment.
After the treament:
Normal activities can be resumed immediately.
Some patients with substantial reticular veins may be advised to wear support stockings for period of time after the treatment.
You are recommended to walk as much as possible. Walking works the calf muscles and pumps blood through other vessels back to the heart. This reduces the pressure in the superficial vessels.
WILL TREATED VESSELS RECUR?
Veins treated adequately by Sclerotherapy should not recur. However, the underlying problem is not corrected and therefore new vessels may appear with time. An annual review is recommended to detect development of new vessels, which can then be treated.*
HOW MANY TREAMENTS WILL I NEED?
Several sessions may be required depending on the extent and size of the veins. On average veins on the legs require between 2-4 treatment sessions. This will be discussed during your consultation.*
ARE THERE ANY SIDE-EFFECTS?
Even when a highly experienced physician is performing the treatment, there are a number of possible side effects.
• Red, raised area at the treatment site. These should disappear within 24 hours
• Bruises, at the injection site. These will disappear in 7-10 days
• Aching in the leg for a day or two following treatment. This is uncommon but if it does occur it can usually be relieved by walking or paracetamol can also be taken
• Blood trapped in the sclerosed vein may cause the vein to be more noticeable and the vessel tender in the first few days to weeks after the treatment
• Allergic reactions to the sclerosing agent. Although very rare, if this happens the treatment will be stopped immediately.
WHAT SHOULD I DO BEFORE TREATMENT?
Please avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and Aloe Vera preparations for at least 10 days.
*Results can vary based on individual conditions