Is sclerotherapy safe to have while pregnant?

I have a spider vein on my cheek, can I get it treated now or should I wait until I have the baby?

Answers from doctors (8)


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Sep 03, 2010

I would not recommend sclerotherapy or laser therapy for a spider vein on the face during pregnancy. This vein may spontaneously resolve after pregnancy or, if it persists, you can then have it treated.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

I would not recommend sclerotherapy or laser therapy for a spider vein on the face during pregnancy. This vein may spontaneously resolve after pregnancy or, if it persists, you can then have it treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Feb 10, 2010

Cosmetic sclerotherapy should not be done during pregnancy or breast feeding. It's not worth taking any potential additional risks.
With regards to facial spider veins, I prefer the Veinwave device to sclerotherapy.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

Cosmetic sclerotherapy should not be done during pregnancy or breast feeding. It's not worth taking any potential additional risks.
With regards to facial spider veins, I prefer the Veinwave device to sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Innovative Vein

Published on Feb 04, 2010

There are no studies I am aware of to test the safety of sclerotherapy during pregnancy.? This would likely be safe due to the very small volume of sclerossant is used, but in your case I would simply wait until after the pregnancy to have the treatment.

Answered by Innovative Vein (View Profile)

There are no studies I am aware of to test the safety of sclerotherapy during pregnancy.? This would likely be safe due to the very small volume of sclerossant is used, but in your case I would simply wait until after the pregnancy to have the treatment.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Feb 03, 2010

I would recommend not having sclerotherapy while pregnant. Wait until after you deliver and have completed breastfeeding.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

I would recommend not having sclerotherapy while pregnant. Wait until after you deliver and have completed breastfeeding.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Feb 03, 2010

Cosmetic sclerotherapy should not be done during pregnancy or breast feeding. It's not worth taking any potential additional risks.
With regards to facial spider veins, I prefer the Veinwave device to sclerotherapy.

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Answered by Miller Vein

Cosmetic sclerotherapy should not be done during pregnancy or breast feeding. It's not worth taking any potential additional risks.
With regards to facial spider veins, I prefer the Veinwave device to sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The Kimmel Institute

Published on Feb 03, 2010

NO!
First, there is no reason to have Sclerotherapy and potentially risk any injury to mother or baby.
Second, with the increased pelvic pressure from the enlarging uterus, there is a higher chance of an Unsuccessful outcome.
Finally, you will probably get more veins throughout your pregnancy, so just wait until about 6 months post-partum (and you've stopped breast feeding) to have your veins treated.

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Answered by The Kimmel Institute

NO!
First, there is no reason to have Sclerotherapy and potentially risk any injury to mother or baby.
Second, with the increased pelvic pressure from the enlarging uterus, there is a higher chance of an Unsuccessful outcome.
Finally, you will probably get more veins throughout your pregnancy, so just wait until about 6 months post-partum (and you've stopped breast feeding) to have your veins treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Feb 02, 2010

It is not recommended during pregnancy or nursing.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

It is not recommended during pregnancy or nursing.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Feb 02, 2010

Laser is used on the face but I would wait.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Laser is used on the face but I would wait.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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