Why would I have moderate tingling in the bottom of my heel and foot after sclerotherapy? Is it permanent?

During the procedure my right foot/heel began to tingle. I noticed it was there on and off after the procedure, which was 4 days ago. Today it has worsened, and at times my heel is burning. It has been more constant since going for a 20-minute walk.

Answers from doctors (13)


Ozark Regional Vein Center

Published on Dec 26, 2012

I would see you doctor on this to make sure there is no sign of complications.

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Answered by Ozark Regional Vein Center

I would see you doctor on this to make sure there is no sign of complications.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


North Shore Vein Center

Published on Dec 26, 2012

Go back and get a recheck from your practitioner. This is unusual, and you should be examined.

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Answered by North Shore Vein Center

Go back and get a recheck from your practitioner. This is unusual, and you should be examined.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Treatment and Aesthetic Center

Published on Dec 20, 2012

There may be a sensory nerve that was inadvertently injured during the treatment. This should not be permanent. Be sure to see the doctor who did the treatment, and he can be more precise about why this happened.

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Answered by Vein Treatment and Aesthetic Center

There may be a sensory nerve that was inadvertently injured during the treatment. This should not be permanent. Be sure to see the doctor who did the treatment, and he can be more precise about why this happened.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Dec 11, 2012

Most post procedure discomfort including tingling is common, but is usually not permanent. Sometimes nerves are irritated by the procedure and it may take some time to heal and return to normal.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

Most post procedure discomfort including tingling is common, but is usually not permanent. Sometimes nerves are irritated by the procedure and it may take some time to heal and return to normal.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Center of Orange County

Published on Dec 07, 2012

Nerves can sometimes be affected by sclerotherapy. Resultant sensations may linger for a few weeks or months but usually resolve. Permanent nerve damage is possible but less likely.

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Answered by Vein Center of Orange County

Nerves can sometimes be affected by sclerotherapy. Resultant sensations may linger for a few weeks or months but usually resolve. Permanent nerve damage is possible but less likely.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Dec 06, 2012

Your symptoms are highly unusual for sclerotherapy treatments. I assume that you were treating spider vein? Your symptoms are typical for some type of nerve irritation. You should see your treating physician for evaluation. You can try massaging all the areas treated several times during the day - this may help de-sensitize the nerve involved. Also, are you wearing compression hose? If so, you may want to remove them too.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Your symptoms are highly unusual for sclerotherapy treatments. I assume that you were treating spider vein? Your symptoms are typical for some type of nerve irritation. You should see your treating physician for evaluation. You can try massaging all the areas treated several times during the day - this may help de-sensitize the nerve involved. Also, are you wearing compression hose? If so, you may want to remove them too.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Published on Dec 05, 2012

Are you wearing compression stockings? If so, the stockings can make the heel and foot feel numb and tingling. I would recommend you call the clinician that treated you for a follow up appointment. During vein treatments, microscopic nerves can be affected and usually all returns to normal with time.

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Answered by Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Are you wearing compression stockings? If so, the stockings can make the heel and foot feel numb and tingling. I would recommend you call the clinician that treated you for a follow up appointment. During vein treatments, microscopic nerves can be affected and usually all returns to normal with time.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Dec 05, 2012

Speak to your provider.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Speak to your provider.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Dec 05, 2012

Sounds like sural nerve irritation which runs along the mid-back of the calf and supplies sensation to the lateral side of the foot and heel. This is an unusual complication of sclerotherapy and can occur in less than 1 percent of all sclerotherapy. Most often this will improve with time. It could sometimes take up to 1 year. Unless the nerve was transected, which would be extremely unlikely from sclerotherapy, this should get better. You should follow up with your treating physician.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Sounds like sural nerve irritation which runs along the mid-back of the calf and supplies sensation to the lateral side of the foot and heel. This is an unusual complication of sclerotherapy and can occur in less than 1 percent of all sclerotherapy. Most often this will improve with time. It could sometimes take up to 1 year. Unless the nerve was transected, which would be extremely unlikely from sclerotherapy, this should get better. You should follow up with your treating physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Dec 05, 2012

Discuss with the treating physician.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Discuss with the treating physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Dec 05, 2012

You omit your age and whether you are wearing compression stockings. Rather than speculate on theoretical possibilities, see your treating doctor to examine you. Maybe you have spinal stenosis and positioning aggravated a nerve root? Sclero alone is doubtfully responsible. You do not mention any details on which veins were treated.

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

You omit your age and whether you are wearing compression stockings. Rather than speculate on theoretical possibilities, see your treating doctor to examine you. Maybe you have spinal stenosis and positioning aggravated a nerve root? Sclero alone is doubtfully responsible. You do not mention any details on which veins were treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein Center

Published on Dec 05, 2012

I am not sure. An injection near the sural nerve could cause similar symtoms. If this doesn't resolve on it's own, getting a nerve conduction study might help identify the problem.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

I am not sure. An injection near the sural nerve could cause similar symtoms. If this doesn't resolve on it's own, getting a nerve conduction study might help identify the problem.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein & Laser Centre, Ltd.

Published on Dec 05, 2012

This issue would best be handled by seeing your treating physician and having him evaluate the situation.

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Answered by Advanced Vein & Laser Centre, Ltd.

This issue would best be handled by seeing your treating physician and having him evaluate the situation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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