Do your legs ache and feel heavy after standing or walking for hours? Try checking out your legs and see if there are blue or dark purple enlarged veins that look like tree branches. These are the symptoms of varicose veins, which are prevalent in Singapore.
While it is true that varicose veins are not life-threatening, this condition can hinder daily routine. Getting a non-invasive vascular surgery in Singapore, such as sclerotherapy, can effectively treat varicose veins.
1. SHOWER LEGS WITH ANTIBACTERIAL SOAP
Cleaning legs with antibacterial soap will prevent bacterial production and help prepare the legs for sclerotherapy.
2. WEAR LOOSE-FITTING CLOTHES
Loose-fitting clothes are comfortable to wear, so you can expect they are less likely to cause friction in the treated area. Remember that after a sclerotherapy session in Singapore, the part where the varicose veins will become more sensitive.
3. AVOID TAKING AN ANTI-INFLAMMATORY DRUG
Otherwise, it can cause increased bleeding in the treated areas. Most doctors advise their patients not to take any anti-inflammatory drug at least three days before their sclerotherapy appointment in Singapore.
4. BRING COMPRESSION STOCKINGS
Every vein doctor will highly recommend wearing compression stockings after a non-invasive procedure or vascular surgery in Singapore. Doing so should help prevent blood clots around the treated areas.
5. NO SMOKING AND DRINKING ALCOHOL
These vices are not only bad for the health but doing so before sclerotherapy will only impair healing. Avoid doing either of these vices two days before the sclerotherapy session.
6. NEVER SHAVE THE LEGS
Another thing you should not do before a sclerotherapy appointment in Singapore is shave your legs. While it can help your legs look more presentable, you might suffer from ingrown hair as you will be wearing compression stockings for two to three weeks.
7. STAY AWAY FROM HOT BATHS
If you take a bath two days before your sclerotherapy, your varicose veins will cause venous dilation. As a result, the efficacy of sclerotherapy will not be as effective as it should be.
8. EAT SOMETHING LIGHT AND KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED
Having a light meal and lots of water can help contribute to the healing process and absorption of the drug injected during sclerotherapy.
These preparations are the same when getting a spider vein treatment in Singapore.
Book a sclerotherapy appointment at Cheng SC Vein and Endovascular if you are ready to get your varicose veins treated in Singapore. Contact them now at (65) 62658561 / (65) 8799 1964 or leave a message on their website.
