Does ultrasound guided sclerofoam hurt?

Does the procedure hurt more due to the foam expanding in the vein?

Answers from doctors (2)


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Published on Nov 16, 2009

A small needle is used so very little pain - the foam itself does not hurt during injection.

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A small needle is used so very little pain - the foam itself does not hurt during injection.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Nov 06, 2009

Not really. It's very similar to any "needle poke."

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Answered by Miller Vein

Not really. It's very similar to any "needle poke."

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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