Sclerotherapy, Relief from Painful Veins
It truly is amazing to see what modern technology has done for the medical
field. People suffering from all
kinds of discomforts can find relief, through new treatments that are constantly being
developed. Sclerotherapy, or
the treatment of vascular of lymphatic blood vessel malformations, is one of these treatments that has been
very helpful to a large number of people all over the world who are struggling from blood vessel malformations. Sclerotherapy is not
forcedly anti aging treatment or cosmetic surgery; it is used mostly for medical reasons.
Most people find these blood vessel malformations to be more than just
painful—although that in itself is a difficult thing.
They are also embarrassing and unwelcome, and the removal or treatment of them
is very important to these individuals.
Sclerotherapy Procedure
The procedure involved with sclerotherapy includes that injection of a specially
created medicine directly into the treatment site.
Thus, the vein that is causing problems will shrink and eventually
dissolve. This incredible
therapy causes those certain veins that are feeding the superfluous and bothersome blood vessels to exist to
seal themselves off, thus cutting off the supply to the other blood vessel malformations. This means that those formations are much less
likely to occur in the future. Often, after the procedure is performed on the multiple treatment sites, the patient will
be encouraged to wear compression stockings to help the healing process occur appropriately and
quickly.
Sclerotherapy Contraindications
Pregnant or lactating women are not recommended for
sclerotherapy. Elderly people in
poor physical condition, who may also be experiencing complications with age that result in abnormal skin qualities
are also not qualified for a successful procedure.
Other contraindications include things such as : obesity, people who have
arterial insufficiency in the legs, or other symptoms that your doctor may identify in the pre-procedural
consultation.
Sclerotherapy Price
Each session of sclerotherapy may differ in price, as the size and extent of the
treatment area may differ as veins are removed.
Different doctors will also offer a different price, and this must be kept in
mind as a good doctor is searched for by the patient.
On average, one session of sclerotherapy will range from about $100 to near
$400. Those doctors offering
laser treatment will also charge a bit more per session
Sclerotherapy Complications
After the procedure is completed, it is common for the patient to experience
discomfort in the legs, including pain and swelling.
There is also a possibility of necrosis of the tissue, and
scarring. While sclerotherapy
is fully FDA approved, there are other complications such as allergic reactions, hyperpigmentation of the
skin, and thromboembolism. However, these reactions are very rare, and most patients undergoing this therapy will end
up being very satisfied with the results. If you experience serious adverse effects or painful
symptoms, your Physician will prescribe you an appropriate treatment to fight against these health
issues.
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