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Male | 46

should i elevate my legs after sclerotherapy?

Should i elevate my legs after sclerotherapy?

S

Samruddhi Bhartiya

Member of team ClinicSpots.

Answered on 20th June '24

  • Elevate your legs as frequently as possible for the next 2 weeks, and only when you are not wearing stockings.
  • Wearing stockings and simultaneously raising your legs may decrease blood circulation in your feet, thus resulting in severe foot pain
  • You may have to raise your feet at least 3 to 4 times a day, for a duration of 15 minutes at once.
  • When laying down, rest your legs on the pillows in such a manner that your legs will be raised at least 6 inches above your chest.
  • If you will be required to sit or stand for longer duration, then flexing (bending) your legs frequently can help maintain blood circulation.
  • Lifting legs can help reduce can relieve swelling and various other symptoms.
  • However, elevating legs will have no impact, either positive or negative, on the appearance of varicose veins.
  • Elevation of legs aside, there are other ways of dealing with the treatment induced pain as well.

 

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Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Vascular Surgeon

Answered on 23rd May '24

after sclerotherapy, it is advised to use compression garments like stockings or bandages to avoid venous stasis and take a walk with compression stockings on. 

you can elevate the leg at night while sleeping id that is comfortable. 

Take care 
Dr. Rahul Agarwal
Vascular surgeon
www.vascularhyd.com

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Dr. Pramod Bhor

Joint Replacement Surgeon

Answered on 23rd May '24

Raising your legs after sclerotherapy is often advised to enhance the effectiveness of the treatment and reduce any potential unwanted side effects. Raising the legs reduces swelling and encourages good blood flow, hence helps in absorbing sclerosant that has been injected into veins and prevents blood from collecting the treated ones. Your Doctor will give you specific guide lines as to how long and often should your legs be elevated. Implementing these suggestions may help to make the recovery process smoother, and with a better success rate of sclerotherapy in treating varicose

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Questions & Answers on "Vascular Surgeryy" (15)

Im 16 year old, I'm thinking of taking L argenine supplement to boost my vascular health and ED is it safe for me?

Male | 16

L-arginine is a supplement often used for vascular health and erectile dysfunction (ED). While most people can take it without issues, it's important to note that supplements can interact with medications and cause side effects. To stay safe, consult a doctor before starting any new supplement. 

Answered on 21st Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Should i elevate my legs after sclerotherapy?

Male | 46

after sclerotherapy, it is advised to use compression garments like stockings or bandages to avoid venous stasis and take a walk with compression stockings on. 

you can elevate the leg at night while sleeping id that is comfortable. 

Take care 
Dr. Rahul Agarwal
Vascular surgeon
www.vascularhyd.com

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

What to avoid after sclerotherapy?

Male | 54

Touching repeatedly or doing massage over affected skin.

Avoid applying oil

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Prof Dr Shivraj Ingole

How to sleep after sclerotherapy?

Female | 39

you can sleep at your routine time and position after sclerotherapy for spider veins or varices. you may use a pillow to elevate the leg if it gives to comfort. 

Take care
Dr. Rahul Agarwal
Vascular surgeon 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

My mother has deep vein thrombosis in her left leg amd she was to replace her his is it safe

Female | 44

Depends on duration of DVT and symptoms related to DVT, better to consult a Vascular surgeon

Answered on 8th July '24

Dr. Nikhil Chaudhari

Dr. Nikhil Chaudhari

Hi. I am ravi.i am 39 year old . My left leg in varicose veins please help me

Male | 39

Varicose veins occur when the veins in the leg can be big and swollen and they can be twisted. They are the ones that usually remain visible and they may be blue or purple. Some people feel as if their legs are heavy or are in pain. Being active, resting your legs at a higher level, and using compression stockings can be things that can help. If it irritates you a lot, visit a doctor.

Answered on 13th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My father ( age 80) is having varicose veins and later due to some jit to foot he got partial foot drop and toes are dragged. He is walking in that foot kid of limping way. At ine of toe finger hard blister formed which pains s bit when touched ground.Took Auyrvedic treatment which gave some relief but walking ability need to improve.

Male | 80

Not sure what your problem is exactly, but if there was sudden foot drop then should rule out stroke and ischemia also. can use custom made footwear for the foot to avoid injury to the dragging toes. 

consult a good Vascular surgeon for the varicose veins and Plastic surgeon for the foot drop issue. remember we are treating only the symptoms here but the root cause needs forther evaluation.

Dr. Rahul Agarwal
Vascular surgeon
Hyderabad 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Is sclerotherapy painful?

Female | 66

Sclerotherapy is not very painful. only the superficial veins that are injected can cause temperory mild pain. you will be given some analgesia to avoid this pain and can be kept very comfortable during the procedure.

Dr. Rahul Agarwal
Vascular surgeon
CARE Hospitals, Gachibowli 
Hyderabad 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Dr. Rahul Agarwal

Bronco vascular marking incrses ka kya treatment hai

Female | 29

Bronchovascular marking increase­ signals something happening in your lungs. It could mean infe­ction, fluid buildup, or lung issues. To treat it, you must find the­ exact cause - maybe X-rays or CT scans. Once­ you know the reason, tre­atment may be medication, the­rapy or other interventions for be­tter lungs. 

Answered on 29th July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

What to expect after sclerotherapy?

Female | 56

Reduction in prominent veins. It can cause little pain and redness which subsides with time

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Nikhil Chaudhari

Dr. Nikhil Chaudhari

Hi Ma'am Good morning For me doctor send go for surgery. Main vain was damaged. Any other option is there ji with out surgery. Can you give me surgery

Female | 42

Your conce­rn is valid. Vein damage warrants surgery in many instance­s. Untreated vein issue­s risk clots and swelling. Surgery addresse­s circulation issues, preventing complications. Rare­ly, alternatives exist, though doctor's guidance­ remains crucial for optimal results. The ve­in's condition primarily determines tre­atment approach. Consulting your physician helps understand options for your spe­cific case.

Answered on 31st July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Latest tacnic of vericose treatment

महिला | 69

Vericose­ veins are large, twiste­d veins that make your legs swe­ll, hurt, and ache. They happen whe­n the valves in the ve­ins stop working correctly. One common treatme­nt is sclerotherapy. In this procedure­, a solution gets injected into the­ vein. The vein the­n shrinks and eventually disappears comple­tely. If you think you have vericose­ veins, visit a doctor. They'll evaluate­ your condition and decide on the right tre­atment.

Answered on 1st Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am 52 year lady.doctor suggest me to operation in condition that describes below Hyperechoic thromboembolus is seen in distal part of axillary artery. Hyperechoic thromboembolus is seen at mid and distal part of brachial artery (before bifurcation) No flow on Doppler, s/o significant block Hypoechoic thormboembolus is seen in proximal part of ulnar artery. No flow in radial and ulnar arteries.

Female | 52

You have developed a serious condition such as arterial thrombosis, where your arteries are blocked by blood clots. This may cause you to experience symptoms such as pain, coldness, and numbness in your arm. Among the factors that can cause arterial thrombosis are things such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or smoking. You might need a medical process called thrombectomy to remove the clots and recover the blood circulation. It is essential to abide by your doctor's orders and follow the treatment plan to avoid further health issues.

Answered on 9th July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I want to consult for my father for his varicose veins with a history of diabetes. What kind of dr should I consult with..MS Surgeon or neuro surgeon.

Male | 56

It is recommended to visit a MS Surgeon for your father's varicose veins with diabetes. Varicose veins are swollen and twisted veins, which are often found in diabetics. Symptoms include such as pain, swelling and skin changes. Causes can be genetics or standing up for a long time. Treatment might include lifestyle changes, compression stockings, or MS Surgeon surgery to better blood flow and symptoms.

Answered on 4th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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