CONSEQUENCES OF LASER VEIN TREATMENT
Any surgical procedure may have complications. Laser vein treatment is no exception. Most often, complications occur for two reasons:
- individual reactions of the body to surgical intervention (allergic reaction, hidden pathology, or increased sensitivity);
- failure to follow or violation of medical recommendations (for example, when a patient does not take medications at all or not in the prescribed amount, replaces them without consulting a doctor, wears compression garments incorrectly, puts stress on the legs before the rehabilitation period ends, or seeks medical help too late when adverse effects appear).
POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES AFTER LASER VEIN TREATMENT
Pain
Usually, the pain is barely noticeable, so many patients refuse to take pain medication. However, doctors advise against this, because most analgesics also have anti-inflammatory properties. At first, pain may not be felt at all, but it typically appears on days 5–6, and it is better to take medication in advance.
Induration (Hardening)
There is no need to worry about areas of hardness under the skin. They usually resolve on their own within 5–6 weeks after the procedure. To ease discomfort, you may wear additional compression garments. If the hardening persists for too long, it is advisable to consult your doctor.
Skin Darkening
After laser treatment, the vein begins to resorb, which may cause the skin above it to darken (usually a light brown line appears). This happens most often when the vein is located close to the skin surface. The discoloration may last several months. This condition does not require any special treatment.