Will I have to avoid hot or cool water after Sclerotherapy?

Could hot water from a jacuzzi or hot shower, or cold water in a swimming pool, negatively affect my vein treatment results? How long should I refrain from the hot tub and pool?

Answers from doctors (7)


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Aug 17, 2010

Following sclerotherapy we want the veins to remain constricted and collapsed so that the solution will close the veins. This is one of the reasons for compression. Heat dilates. I would recommend heat avoidance for 48 hours after sclero. Cold should not matter.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Following sclerotherapy we want the veins to remain constricted and collapsed so that the solution will close the veins. This is one of the reasons for compression. Heat dilates. I would recommend heat avoidance for 48 hours after sclero. Cold should not matter.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Jun 17, 2010

I don't recommend heat being applied to the treated extremity for two weeks. Studies have suggested that the cosmetic results of sclerotherapy are improved with compression stocking use and heat would have the opposite effect.

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Answered by Miller Vein

I don't recommend heat being applied to the treated extremity for two weeks. Studies have suggested that the cosmetic results of sclerotherapy are improved with compression stocking use and heat would have the opposite effect.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jun 09, 2010

Probably ok but I tell patients to avoid the hot tub for a week after vein treatments.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Probably ok but I tell patients to avoid the hot tub for a week after vein treatments.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Jun 09, 2010

We recommend a week of avoiding hot tubs or Jacuzzi after sclerotherapy . The reason is based on a study that showed better cosmetic results after sclerotherapy for patients who wore compression stockings. Bathing in hot water has the opposite effect of compression so we ask for patients to refrain from it and wear stockings for a week.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

We recommend a week of avoiding hot tubs or Jacuzzi after sclerotherapy . The reason is based on a study that showed better cosmetic results after sclerotherapy for patients who wore compression stockings. Bathing in hot water has the opposite effect of compression so we ask for patients to refrain from it and wear stockings for a week.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Innovative Vein

Published on Jun 09, 2010

If you have cuts and/or stitches you should stay away from all of these for a week anyway. Submerging you legs in hot water in the first 3 days or so is probably not a good idea either as it will likely irritate areas that are already sore from the procedure.

Answered by Innovative Vein (View Profile)

If you have cuts and/or stitches you should stay away from all of these for a week anyway. Submerging you legs in hot water in the first 3 days or so is probably not a good idea either as it will likely irritate areas that are already sore from the procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Jun 09, 2010

Heat will cause vasodilation which can theoretically negatively affect the results of sclerotherapy.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

Heat will cause vasodilation which can theoretically negatively affect the results of sclerotherapy.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


HealthQare Associates of Northern Virginia

Published on Jun 09, 2010

Hot water dilated the blood vessels, making treatment less effective. We recommend avoiding Hot showers, baths and hot tubs for 1 week after the procedure.

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Answered by HealthQare Associates of Northern Virginia

Hot water dilated the blood vessels, making treatment less effective. We recommend avoiding Hot showers, baths and hot tubs for 1 week after the procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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