I have been having foot problems after Sclerotherapy, couldit be related to the procedure?

After having sclerotherapy 6 weeks ago, now I am having intense pain in my foot and am having trouble walking on it. is this normal? The physician says it is not related to the sclerotherapy or vein stripping i had done on same leg.

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Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Aug 30, 2010

There are many possible causes of foot pain, and it is impossible to say if your pain is due to your vein procedures. Veins can be injured from a closure procedure and rarely from sclerotherapy, though it is possible. You may want to see a podiatrist for an opinion. Over the years, I have seen patients complain of things after vein procedures that turn out to be completely unrelated to the vein procedures.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

There are many possible causes of foot pain, and it is impossible to say if your pain is due to your vein procedures. Veins can be injured from a closure procedure and rarely from sclerotherapy, though it is possible. You may want to see a podiatrist for an opinion. Over the years, I have seen patients complain of things after vein procedures that turn out to be completely unrelated to the vein procedures.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Innovative Vein

Published on Mar 23, 2010

I really can't answer that question with any confidence. It could be related, but that question is complicated and would need evaluation with ultrasound at the very least to try to make an educated answer.

Answered by Innovative Vein (View Profile)

I really can't answer that question with any confidence. It could be related, but that question is complicated and would need evaluation with ultrasound at the very least to try to make an educated answer.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Mar 14, 2010

Difficult to tell if related. A neuropathy can develop after stripping or evlt . Usually this results in pain and numbness around ankle and inner forefoot. It should improve with time, but can take up to a year to resolve. I am unaware of this problem with sclerortherapy. Unless a direct injury to nerve with needle occurred.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

Difficult to tell if related. A neuropathy can develop after stripping or evlt . Usually this results in pain and numbness around ankle and inner forefoot. It should improve with time, but can take up to a year to resolve. I am unaware of this problem with sclerortherapy. Unless a direct injury to nerve with needle occurred.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The Jacksonville Vein Center

Published on Mar 11, 2010

Difficult to tell if related. A neuropathy can develop after stripping or evlt . Usually this results in pain and numbness around ankle and inner forefoot. It should improve with time, but can take up to a year to resolve. I am unaware of this problem with sclerorx. Unless a
direct injuy to nerve with needle occurred.

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Answered by The Jacksonville Vein Center

Difficult to tell if related. A neuropathy can develop after stripping or evlt . Usually this results in pain and numbness around ankle and inner forefoot. It should improve with time, but can take up to a year to resolve. I am unaware of this problem with sclerorx. Unless a
direct injuy to nerve with needle occurred.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Published on Mar 11, 2010

Only a physician experienced in management of venous disease who actually examines you can answer your question.

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Answered by VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Only a physician experienced in management of venous disease who actually examines you can answer your question.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Mar 11, 2010

It is not possible to make that sort of call without examination.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

It is not possible to make that sort of call without examination.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinSolutions - Edina

Published on Mar 11, 2010

Most likely not, especially if it has come on 6 weeks after the treatment. I would recommend a consult with an orthopedist or podiatrist.

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Answered by VeinSolutions - Edina

Most likely not, especially if it has come on 6 weeks after the treatment. I would recommend a consult with an orthopedist or podiatrist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Mar 11, 2010

Hard to know without seeing your foot and knowing exactly what was done?

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Hard to know without seeing your foot and knowing exactly what was done?

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Center for Venous Disease - Glendale

Published on Mar 11, 2010

I don't know. I would go see another doctor who specializes in foot injuries.

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Answered by Center for Venous Disease - Glendale

I don't know. I would go see another doctor who specializes in foot injuries.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Mar 11, 2010

Unlikely but it depends on where and the character of the pain in the foot. If it is tingling or numbness along the course of the removed vein it could be related, but deep foot heel or toe pain likely has no relation, you may wish to see a foot specialist as well.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Unlikely but it depends on where and the character of the pain in the foot. If it is tingling or numbness along the course of the removed vein it could be related, but deep foot heel or toe pain likely has no relation, you may wish to see a foot specialist as well.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Mar 04, 2010

Nerve damage is a potential complication of vein stripping, but you would have noticed this soon after your procedure. It would be very unusual to have the symptoms you describe after sclerotherapy especially 6 weeks after treatment. Perhaps a consult with a neurologist, or physical medicine & rehab physician would be beneficial.

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Answered by Miller Vein

Nerve damage is a potential complication of vein stripping, but you would have noticed this soon after your procedure. It would be very unusual to have the symptoms you describe after sclerotherapy especially 6 weeks after treatment. Perhaps a consult with a neurologist, or physical medicine & rehab physician would be beneficial.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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