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Sclerotherapy Quebec
Sclerotherapy is a treatment offered at our Dermapure clinics in Quebec City that involves injecting a solution, either saline or sclerosing, into varicose veins and spider veins. The treated vein closes and is gradually reabsorbed by the body, while blood reroutes through healthy veins. It is used on areas such as the legs, ankles and feet.
Sclerotherapy is most often considered by patients who would like to treat spider veins and superficial varicose veins. It is not suited to every case, so a medical consultation first determines which veins can be treated and whether sclerotherapy is the right option for you. Compression stockings are recommended after each session, and side effects such as residual pigmentation or matting are reviewed during your consultation.
Because every patient’s veins, goals and medical history are different, sclerotherapy at our Dermapure clinics in Quebec City always begins with a personalized medical consultation with a physician or healthcare professional. Together, you will assess whether sclerotherapy is the most appropriate option for you and discuss what a realistic treatment plan could look like, the expected results and the possible side effects. Learn more about sclerotherapy and book your personalized consultation with our team in Quebec City.
Local clinics offering Sclerotherapy
Dermapure Quebec Ste-Foy
Dermapure Quebec Beauport
What to Expect During Your Session
Personalized assessment
During your consultation, your veins are carefully assessed to determine the source of your spider or varicose veins. A thorough evaluation helps identify the factors contributing to your condition and allows for the development of a safe, accurate, and effective treatment plan for lasting results. As with any medical consultation, current fees apply.
Pre-treatment photos
Sclerotherapy treatment
Lasting approximately 30 minutes, sclerotherapy may cause a mild stinging sensation or a feeling of warmth during the injections. These sensations are temporary and typically resolve quickly after the procedure. Because the treatment involves injecting the targeted veins, some bruising is expected and generally fades over the following weeks. To support optimal healing, compression stockings should be worn for approximately 1 to 2 weeks after treatment, as recommended by your healthcare provider. During this time, unprotected sun exposure to the treated area should be avoided until any bruising has resolved.
Follow-Up & Maintenance
At your initial consultation, the physician will determine how many treatments are required per leg. The number of sclerotherapy sessions depends on the extent of the vein disease, and the amount of medication that can be administered safely during each visit. Closure of the treated veins may be visible within several days, while the veins themselves typically fade over the following weeks to several months. Compression stockings should be worn for approximately two weeks after each treatment to promote healthy circulation and support optimal healing. Patients can return to most usual activities following treatment.
Contraindications
Sclerotherapy is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women as well as a known allergy to the sclerotic agent used. Special consideration is required in people with medical conditions that make them more vulnerable such as hypercoagulability (blood clotting), a history of a deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism.