How long after the Sclerotherapy treatment will I see the results?

Would I see the results right away after Sclerotherapy treatment? If not, when wil the bruises go away? Is it normal to still see all my treated veins after 10 days?

Answers from doctors (6)


Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS, RVT, RPVI, RPhS

Published on Jul 27, 2017

The appearance will worsen after sclerotherapy before it improves. I recommend the use of topical creams to reduce hyperpigmentation and aggressive and sustained use of compression stockkings from 2 weeks to 3 months. Sclerovase and Scleroquin plus creams are used in our practice to help clear the pigmentation.


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Answered by Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS, RVT, RPVI, RPhS

The appearance will worsen after sclerotherapy before it improves. I recommend the use of topical creams to reduce hyperpigmentation and aggressive and sustained use of compression stockkings from 2 weeks to 3 months. Sclerovase and Scleroquin plus creams are used in our practice to help clear the pigmentation.


Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jul 26, 2017

Resolution of spider veins can take time and varies from person to person. On average it can take anything from 2-5 treatments,and underlying reticluar veins should also be treated.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Resolution of spider veins can take time and varies from person to person. On average it can take anything from 2-5 treatments,and underlying reticluar veins should also be treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jan 10, 2012

Very normal.
Takes 6-8 weeks in my experience for the veins to resolve.

Michael D. Ingegno MD

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Very normal.
Takes 6-8 weeks in my experience for the veins to resolve.

Michael D. Ingegno MD

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein and Laser Institute

Published on Jan 10, 2012

The results are instantaneous. The pigmentation may take some time
to disappear. The veins you see are usually closer and will slowly
disappear.

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Answered by Arizona Vein and Laser Institute

The results are instantaneous. The pigmentation may take some time
to disappear. The veins you see are usually closer and will slowly
disappear.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 04, 2011

It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see results after sclerotherapy. Bruising may last up to 2 weeks. Veins tend to look worse before they look better. What you are seeing is normal.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

It may take 4 to 6 weeks to see results after sclerotherapy. Bruising may last up to 2 weeks. Veins tend to look worse before they look better. What you are seeing is normal.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Center at University Medicine and Cardiology

Published on May 31, 2011

It depends on the solution your doctor used during therapy. It can take up to several weeks to see maximum results. Be sure to follow up with your treating physician and follow instructions regarding post-sclerotherapy care.

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Answered by Vein Center at University Medicine and Cardiology

It depends on the solution your doctor used during therapy. It can take up to several weeks to see maximum results. Be sure to follow up with your treating physician and follow instructions regarding post-sclerotherapy care.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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