What treatment is there for the blisters after sclerotherapy?

Asclera was injected yesterday in a sclerotherapy procedure and this morning I couldn't stand the stinging pain in the shower. It was caused by blisters. Should I put something on them?

Answers from doctors (13)


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Jul 03, 2012

You really should speak with your treating physician.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

You really should speak with your treating physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jul 03, 2012

Please see your doctor for advice on this.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Please see your doctor for advice on this.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein Center

Published on Jul 03, 2012

I have not seen this reaction. Small wheals can develop but usually are gone in a day and are not that sore. Blistering is not listed in the product information for Asclera. Over-the-counter cortisone cream may help. You should probably go back to the person who treated you to be checked. If this is truly blistering, then don't use this product again.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

I have not seen this reaction. Small wheals can develop but usually are gone in a day and are not that sore. Blistering is not listed in the product information for Asclera. Over-the-counter cortisone cream may help. You should probably go back to the person who treated you to be checked. If this is truly blistering, then don't use this product again.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Austin Vein Specialists

Published on Jul 03, 2012

You should be evaluated by the physician that did the treatment immediately, as blisters are not a normal response to sclerotherapy.

Answered by Austin Vein Specialists (View Profile)

You should be evaluated by the physician that did the treatment immediately, as blisters are not a normal response to sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Jul 03, 2012

If blisters occur, they are a only treated when the outer layer of skin comes off. I recommend aloe vera cream.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

If blisters occur, they are a only treated when the outer layer of skin comes off. I recommend aloe vera cream.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


I don't know why you would have blisters after using Asclera but never break blisters. They are sterile as long as they are intact. You can treat them like a burn and put a burn type cream on them. If they have broken, keep them clean and covered.

Answered by North Country Thoracic & Vascular (View Profile)

I don't know why you would have blisters after using Asclera but never break blisters. They are sterile as long as they are intact. You can treat them like a burn and put a burn type cream on them. If they have broken, keep them clean and covered.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Pacific Vein Centers

Published on Jul 03, 2012

A blister is nature's response to an injury in the dermis (skin). It is nature's dressing and should be left intact.
The area will almost always heal without a scar and when the blister breaks and the plasma comes out you can cover with a simple bandaid. I would not recommend any ointments or creams unless there are signs of infection.

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Answered by Pacific Vein Centers

A blister is nature's response to an injury in the dermis (skin). It is nature's dressing and should be left intact.
The area will almost always heal without a scar and when the blister breaks and the plasma comes out you can cover with a simple bandaid. I would not recommend any ointments or creams unless there are signs of infection.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialists

Published on Jul 03, 2012

Silvadene 1 percent cream is a time tested treatment for superficial burns, and this is essentially just that. There are a range of strengths of solution used for injection sclerotherapy and the smaller the veins and the more superficial the veins, the more careful one has to be. This is a rare but recognized complication of injection sclerotherapy and you should go back in to see the person who did the injections to have them document this. On the up side, the blisters should heal without much problem.

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Answered by Vein Specialists

Silvadene 1 percent cream is a time tested treatment for superficial burns, and this is essentially just that. There are a range of strengths of solution used for injection sclerotherapy and the smaller the veins and the more superficial the veins, the more careful one has to be. This is a rare but recognized complication of injection sclerotherapy and you should go back in to see the person who did the injections to have them document this. On the up side, the blisters should heal without much problem.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


South Palm Cardiovascular Associates

Published on Jul 03, 2012

There should not be blisters from sclerotherapy - you should inform/show the physician who treated you.

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Answered by South Palm Cardiovascular Associates

There should not be blisters from sclerotherapy - you should inform/show the physician who treated you.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Interventional Radiology Consultants

Published on Jun 20, 2012

Sclerotherapy should not cause blisters. You should call your treating physician.

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Answered by Interventional Radiology Consultants

Sclerotherapy should not cause blisters. You should call your treating physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vascular Center and Vein Clinic of Southern Indiana

Published on Jun 17, 2012

Some patients may experience allergic reactions to the Asclera. Please discuss the symptoms with your physician.

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Answered by Vascular Center and Vein Clinic of Southern Indiana

Some patients may experience allergic reactions to the Asclera. Please discuss the symptoms with your physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Jun 11, 2012

It would be recommended that you follow up with your primary care provider as soon as you can. You may cover them but treat them with caution just as you would any other blister.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

It would be recommended that you follow up with your primary care provider as soon as you can. You may cover them but treat them with caution just as you would any other blister.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 05, 2012

Silver Sulfadiazine cream or bacitracin ointment both work well. However, you should have your treating sclerotherapist look at these to ensure that the blisters are not due to chemical irritation from the Asclera.
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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Silver Sulfadiazine cream or bacitracin ointment both work well. However, you should have your treating sclerotherapist look at these to ensure that the blisters are not due to chemical irritation from the Asclera.
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Published on Jul 11, 2012


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