Post Sclerotherapy/Spider Veins treatment Home Care Plan

What to expect:

Certain minor degree of:

1. Pain at injection sites (similar to post acupuncture or anti-wrinkle treatment)
2. Redness
3. Swelling

It is possible that spider veins can recur due to genetic predisposition.

Other rare but significant side effects include: scar formation and pigmentations (will resolve over 6-12 months). Very rarely, thrombosis (blood clots) may develop in the deep vein system due to the use of compression bandages. This may result in blood clots to the lungs and hospitalization. Therefore, it is important to discuss all potential risks and benefits with your cosmetic doctor.

Should you develop any unexpected symptoms, consult your cosmetic physician for prompt medical care.

Email: drlouis1@drlouisayim.com or Tel: 1300 66 79 32 (Anti-Aging Associates – Canterbury)

Do:

1. Drink plenty of water (at least 8 glasses of water) whilst wearing the compression bandages.
2. Take a 20 mins walk daily after the procedure till the bandages come off
3. Apply pressure bandages / tape for 5+ days on the treated area, EVEN WHEN SHOWERING.
4. Remove and readjust bandages if
1. there is too much swelling
2. you develop any tingling sensation in your legs
3. pain in your calf muscles (lower legs)
4. difficulty breathing/chest pain

Contact your cosmetic doctor immediately or go to your nearest emergency centre.

Avoid

1. Exercise strenuously whilst wearing compression bandages.
2. Remove the bandages unless experiencing symptoms as described above.
3. Rub the treated area.
4. Take Aspirin/Nurofen (anti-inflammatories) 3 days prior or after the treatment, unless otherwise instructed by your doctor for other medical conditions.