WHAT IS SCLEROTHERAPY ?
Sclerotherapy is a non-surgical treatment for varicose and spider veins.
A special medication (called a sclerosant) is injected into the affected veins using a very thin needle.
The medication irritates the inner lining of the vein, causing it to collapse and eventually be reabsorbed by your body.
Over time, the treated veins fade and disappear, and your blood naturally reroutes through healthier surrounding veins.
Treatment usually takes place over a minimum of 4 weeks, depending on the severity of the condition and the number of veins that need to be treated.
Post-Care Instructions After SCLEROTHERAPY
You can go back to your regular activities right away.
Light walking is encouraged and helps prevent blood clots.
The treated veins will gradually fade and disappear within 4 to 6 weeks as your body naturally absorbs them.
You can return to your normal daily activities immediately, including light walking.
However, for the first 48 hours, please avoid strenuous exercise, climbing stairs, or lifting heavy objects.
✈️ If you plan to travel, we recommend waiting at least 2 days before flying, especially for long flights.
Wearing compression stockings during the flight is also helpful to prevent swelling and promote healthy circulation.
Walk Right After the Procedure
After sclerotherapy, please walk for about 30 minutes.
Walking improves blood flow and helps prevent blood clots.
✅ You can walk indoors or outdoors — just avoid overexertion.
Mild Reactions Are Normal
After sclerotherapy, the area where the medication was injected may feel itchy or look slightly red.
This is a normal reaction and usually goes away within 1–2 days.
Temporary Skin Discoloration
About 10–30% of patients may notice brownish discoloration on the skin after treatment.
This is harmless and usually fades within 2 months. In most cases, it will completely disappear within 6 to 8 months.
✅ The ointment we provided is originally used to treat melasma (skin pigmentation).
You may start applying it to the discolored area about 2 weeks after treatment to help the pigmentation fade more quickly.
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Apply once a day
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Use only a very small amount
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Spread it thinly and gently over the area
Be careful not to overapply — a little goes a long way.
Wear Compression Stockings
Please wear your compression stockings for about 7 days after the procedure.
They help reduce swelling, improve circulation, and support proper healing.
Compression stockings are also one of the most effective ways to prevent varicose veins.
Even after treatment, we strongly recommend wearing them regularly as instructed by your Evita doctor —
this can help prevent new varicose veins from forming in the future.
Consistent use = better long-term results!
Treated Veins May Feel Firm at First
After sclerotherapy, a large vein that has been treated may feel like a firm, cord-like structure under the skin.
This is a normal part of the healing process.
Over the next 2 to 3 months, the vein will gradually soften and be naturally absorbed by your body.
You do not need to worry — this is expected and temporary.
Be Careful for 48 Hours
For the first 48 hours, please avoid:
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♂️ Strenuous exercise
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Climbing stairs repeatedly
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️♀️ Lifting heavy objects
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Hot baths, saunas, or spa treatments
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Direct sunlight on the treated area
Flying After Treatment
If you are planning to fly, please wait at least 2 days after the procedure — especially for long flights.
During your flight, wear compression stockings to promote healthy circulation.
About Korean Health Insurance Coverage
If you are covered by Korean National Health Insurance,
both sclerotherapy and compression stockings may be partially covered under the insurance program.
However, please note that there are limitations on how often these treatments and prescriptions can be reimbursed.
You may need to wait a certain period between treatments, depending on your condition and insurance policy.
Our staff will be happy to assist you with any questions about insurance coverage and scheduling.
Evita Clinic
5F, Burdamoon B/D,
815, Nonhyun-ro, Seoul
Phone: 82.2.549.1575
Email: evitaclinic@gmail.com
Web: evitaclinic.com