Can you have sclerotherapy for veins on your buttocks?
I have gray areas on one side of my buttocks and lower back that look like varicose veins. I have lots of varicose veins in my legs that have grown in size over the last decade. I've had a chronically sore back in this area for the last 2 years also. I've had tests on my back and everything looks normal are far as bones go. My theory is that perhaps these varicose veins are causing a lack of blood flow to my bum and lower back. Is this possible and if so, can they be treated with sclerotherapy?
Answers from doctors (7)
Yes, you can treat the veins on your buttocks. You would require an ultrasound evaluation of those veins so that you can safely treat them. Your theory regarding you back/buttock pain could hold true. Vein disease can mimic many different types of symptoms. Given that you have had negative workups on your back looking for a source for your sore back, leads me to think that your vein issues could be causing them especially if your veins are in the region of your discomfort.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
A full ultrasound workup and exam is needed before a specific course of treatment can be recommended. And yes, these areas could be due to varicose veins. Again, the only way to know for sure is have a workup.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
It is unusual to have varicose veins located in your lower back or side of your buttocks as you have described. Additionally, varicose veins would not alter the blood flow to your lower back or bum. These areas should be evaluated by a physician and possibly ultrasound imaging.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
They are mostly likely not the cause of your pain, but can be treated with sclerotherapy.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Yes you can have sclerotherapy for veins on your buttocks. You need a full vein evaluation at an established vein center. You state that you have varicose veins in your legs. You may well have pelvic varices contributing to the buttock veins. Only a complete vein evaluation will clarify. Good luck.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
You will need a thorough evaluation to determine the origin of the varicose veins. The treatment will depend on the source of the varicosities. Seek out consultation with a vascular surgeon or interventional radiologist.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Before having sclerotherapy you should have a full venous evaluation to find the source of the varicose veins. They could be coming from malfunctioning valves of the saphenous system or pelvic vein incompetence. Your symptoms may also be related to pelvic congestion syndrome. Sclerotherapy may not be the treatment of choice for your problem. See a vein specialist.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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