Veins are still there after having sclerotherapy.

I have had 3 treatments of sclerotherapy at Kaiser because of leg pain associated with 22 years of teaching and standing. The ugly veins are still there and the doctor says to wear compression stockings and live with them. Do I have to?

Answers from doctors (7)


Nu Vela Vein Center

Published on Jan 10, 2012

No. Probably there is a good reason for the treatment failure. You need to
see a specialist vein doctor (phlebologist).

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Answered by Nu Vela Vein Center

No. Probably there is a good reason for the treatment failure. You need to
see a specialist vein doctor (phlebologist).

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Jan 10, 2012

Get another opinion.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Get another opinion.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jan 10, 2012

Was an ultrasound done to check the valve function of the deeper veins. If not this needs to be evaluated. This sounds like the underlying cause if your problem. It may be possible to treat other surface veins for your symptoms.

Michael D. Ingegno

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Was an ultrasound done to check the valve function of the deeper veins. If not this needs to be evaluated. This sounds like the underlying cause if your problem. It may be possible to treat other surface veins for your symptoms.

Michael D. Ingegno

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jan 10, 2012

No you do not have to. It would be interesting to know which veins were injected and why. Deeper incompetent veins? I would recommend researching to find an experienced surgeon specializing in vein treatment and get a full evaluation including ultrasound and trans-illumination. They will be able to give you your full treatment options.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

No you do not have to. It would be interesting to know which veins were injected and why. Deeper incompetent veins? I would recommend researching to find an experienced surgeon specializing in vein treatment and get a full evaluation including ultrasound and trans-illumination. They will be able to give you your full treatment options.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Aug 29, 2011

You should have a venous reflux exam to see if there is an underlying cause for the veins. If there is reflux, then this should be treated first. Also, The sclerotherapy may need to be a different solution. Or you may just need additional sclerotherapy. On average 3 sclerotherapy treatments will result in disappearance of a given cluster of veins, it is the average response which means that some people will require a few more than 3 , and it can take up to six. I would recommend you consider seeing a vein care specialist.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

You should have a venous reflux exam to see if there is an underlying cause for the veins. If there is reflux, then this should be treated first. Also, The sclerotherapy may need to be a different solution. Or you may just need additional sclerotherapy. On average 3 sclerotherapy treatments will result in disappearance of a given cluster of veins, it is the average response which means that some people will require a few more than 3 , and it can take up to six. I would recommend you consider seeing a vein care specialist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


OC VeinCare and Diagnostic Center

Published on Jul 08, 2011

You will most likely need an ultrasound to look at your superficial and deep system and note reflux. You may need an ablation of the affected vein/s to alleviate your symptoms. Cosmetic visible veins are easy to treat but more importantly is thevtreatment of the underlying cause.

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Answered by OC VeinCare and Diagnostic Center

You will most likely need an ultrasound to look at your superficial and deep system and note reflux. You may need an ablation of the affected vein/s to alleviate your symptoms. Cosmetic visible veins are easy to treat but more importantly is thevtreatment of the underlying cause.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 21, 2011

You should have a venous reflux exam to see if there is an underlying cause for the veins. If there is reflux, then this should be treated first. Also, The sclerotherapy may need to be a different or stronger solution. I would recommend you see a vein care specialist.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

You should have a venous reflux exam to see if there is an underlying cause for the veins. If there is reflux, then this should be treated first. Also, The sclerotherapy may need to be a different or stronger solution. I would recommend you see a vein care specialist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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