How long after pregnancy should I wait to have treatments?

I have developed what I think are spider veins during my second and current pregnancy. I want to have them treated but I was wondering how long after delivery I should wait to seek treatment.

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More About Doctor David Green, MD

Published on Jan 20, 2022

Varicose and Spider Veins commonly develop during pregnancy. However, often they resolve with several months post-partum. If they still persist after that time, you can consider having them treated.

Answered by David Green, MD (View Profile)

Varicose and Spider Veins commonly develop during pregnancy. However, often they resolve with several months post-partum. If they still persist after that time, you can consider having them treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Treatment and Aesthetic Center

Published on Dec 20, 2012

Wait at least 3 months before seeking treatment for your spider veins. They may resolve by themselves during that time. If still there, then go ahead and have them treated by a specialist.

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Answered by Vein Treatment and Aesthetic Center

Wait at least 3 months before seeking treatment for your spider veins. They may resolve by themselves during that time. If still there, then go ahead and have them treated by a specialist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein Center

Published on Nov 29, 2012

I suggest waiting 2 months or after you are done nursing.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

I suggest waiting 2 months or after you are done nursing.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Nov 29, 2012

You should wait 6 months.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

You should wait 6 months.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Nov 20, 2012

Wait 3 months post delivery. That is the standard to allow the circulatory overload to normalize.

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

Wait 3 months post delivery. That is the standard to allow the circulatory overload to normalize.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Published on Nov 20, 2012

In our practice we usually recommend waiting until after breast feeding is complete or, if on the day of sclerotherapy you are breast feeding, we ask that they pump and discard the milk that day. It is very common to develop spider and varicose veins during pregnancy. Do you have any large veins? If so, you could also have an underlying venous problem.

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Answered by Vein Clinic of North Carolina

In our practice we usually recommend waiting until after breast feeding is complete or, if on the day of sclerotherapy you are breast feeding, we ask that they pump and discard the milk that day. It is very common to develop spider and varicose veins during pregnancy. Do you have any large veins? If so, you could also have an underlying venous problem.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The Sheen Vein Institute

Published on Nov 20, 2012

How long you wait following a pregnancy depends on who you talk to. There is really no rule regarding when you can seek treatment. I generally tell my patients that they should at least wait a few months after delivery because of the hormonal changes that occur after delivery. Your veins are affected by these hormones so you should allow them some time to adjust. Secondly, I tell my patients who are breast feeding not to get treatment unless they are willing to pump and dump the breast milk. The treatment drugs often used in vein treatments can find their way into breast milk. Even though there is no evidence to suggest any potential harm to a feeding baby, I believe why risk it.

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Answered by The Sheen Vein Institute

How long you wait following a pregnancy depends on who you talk to. There is really no rule regarding when you can seek treatment. I generally tell my patients that they should at least wait a few months after delivery because of the hormonal changes that occur after delivery. Your veins are affected by these hormones so you should allow them some time to adjust. Secondly, I tell my patients who are breast feeding not to get treatment unless they are willing to pump and dump the breast milk. The treatment drugs often used in vein treatments can find their way into breast milk. Even though there is no evidence to suggest any potential harm to a feeding baby, I believe why risk it.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

Published on Nov 19, 2012

After breast feeding is done you can receive treatment.

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Answered by Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

After breast feeding is done you can receive treatment.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Nov 19, 2012

It is usually recommended to wait 6 weeks after delivery along with a 6 week OB referral.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

It is usually recommended to wait 6 weeks after delivery along with a 6 week OB referral.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The Vascular Institute at Teton Radiology

Published on Nov 19, 2012

You should check with your OB/GYN, but it should be safe to have sclerotherapy any time after the baby is born. Many women develop varicose veins during pregnancy so you should have your veins evaluated by a vascular clinic. Your condition could require more treatment than sclerotherapy.

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Answered by The Vascular Institute at Teton Radiology

You should check with your OB/GYN, but it should be safe to have sclerotherapy any time after the baby is born. Many women develop varicose veins during pregnancy so you should have your veins evaluated by a vascular clinic. Your condition could require more treatment than sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Nov 18, 2012

You should wait at least 3 months. Veins tend to improve after pregnancy. Many of the venous changes are due to hormonal changes. It could take as long as 6 months to see the full effect, but if they really bother you, then 3 months would be adequate.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

You should wait at least 3 months. Veins tend to improve after pregnancy. Many of the venous changes are due to hormonal changes. It could take as long as 6 months to see the full effect, but if they really bother you, then 3 months would be adequate.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialists

Published on Nov 16, 2012

You should wait until after you have finished breastfeeding. If you have
varicose veins, swelling or spider veins below the knee you should also
consider thorough evaluation of the venous system for insufficiency.

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Answered by Vein Specialists

You should wait until after you have finished breastfeeding. If you have
varicose veins, swelling or spider veins below the knee you should also
consider thorough evaluation of the venous system for insufficiency.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Heart and Vein Center

Published on Nov 15, 2012

You should wait at least 3-4 months.

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Answered by Heart and Vein Center

You should wait at least 3-4 months.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Nov 15, 2012

At least six months. Or until finished with breastfeeding.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

At least six months. Or until finished with breastfeeding.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Nov 15, 2012

We recommend waiting until your homones return to normal after delivery of weaning if breastfeeding. Veins are more dilated during this time. Once a normal hormonal cycle begins many spider or varicose veins may disappear or fade. Schedule an evaluation about eight weeks post delivery or weaning.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

We recommend waiting until your homones return to normal after delivery of weaning if breastfeeding. Veins are more dilated during this time. Once a normal hormonal cycle begins many spider or varicose veins may disappear or fade. Schedule an evaluation about eight weeks post delivery or weaning.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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