If you have bulging, highly visible veins in your legs or other parts of your body, you may have a vascular disorder called varicose veins. Though the condition is not usually serious, many individuals seek treatment to get rid of these unsightly veins.
Sclerotherapy helps millions of people treat varicose veins every year. Patients may feel anxious about medical procedures, even non-surgical ones. At Varicose to Perfect, a vein treatment center located in Dayton, OH, we want you to feel informed and at ease. So let’s walk through what sclerotherapy involves, what side effects you might notice, and why it remains one of the safest, most effective options out there.
Why Treat Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins develop when valves in your cardiovascular system malfunction, and blood begins to flow backward through the veins. This causes blood to collect and veins to swell. It creates bulging veins on the surface of the skin, usually in the legs.
This disease does not lead to severe medical consequences, but many people dislike the way that the veins look and want to get rid of them.
Varicose veins don’t go away on their own. They also aren’t just a “cosmetic” issue. Many patients tell us their legs feel heavy, achy, or tired by the end of the day. Others simply want smoother-looking skin. Whatever your reason, you deserve a solution that works and that’s exactly what sclerotherapy offers.
What Side Effects Will I Experience After Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy is a venous treatment that involves injecting a sclerosing agent into the affected vein. The injection causes the vein to collapse and become less visible on the skin. Patients usually undergo two to six sessions of this treatment, with appointments lasting about 15 minutes each.
Patients report minimal or no pain during this treatment. Here are the most common, temporary side effects our patients in Dayton and Springboro experience:
- Bruising, redness, or irritation at the injection site. This is normal and usually fades within a few days to a couple of weeks.
- Brownish discoloration on the skin over the treated vein. This can take a few months to resolve, but it’s rarely permanent.
- New, tiny spider veins popping up nearby. This sounds scarier than it is. These veins usually disappear on their own without additional treatment.
Most patients find these side effects manageable and well worth the final results.
Are There Medical Concerns Associated with This Treatment?
As with many medications, you should monitor yourself for signs of an allergic reaction. If you have trouble breathing, you should contact a medical professional right away.
Very rarely, patients may experience other more serious side effects from this treatment. Deep vein thrombosis is a condition where a blood clot forms in the leg. This could create severe cardiovascular problems. If you notice swelling and pain in your leg, you should promptly discuss these symptoms with a vascular specialist.
Side effects of this kind are uncommon. Sclerotherapy has an approximately 95% success rate in removing varicose veins, as well as spider veins.
Remember: Dr. Sinnathamby is a Board-Certified Phlebologist. He personally interprets vascular ultrasounds to ensure your veins are safe to treat. With over a decade of experience, he knows exactly how to minimize these risks.
Sclerotherapy and More Vein Treatments in Dayton, OH
You don’t have to live with varicose veins or worry about the “what ifs” alone. Dr. Sinnathamby and our entire team are here to answer your questions and create a treatment plan that works for you.
Varicose to Perfect offers sclerotherapy and other vein disease treatments to patients in Dayton, OH. Our practice treats varicose veins, spider veins, and other vascular concerns. To schedule a consultation with us, contact our staff online or reach us by phone at 937.303.4500.