What makes sclerotherapy easier to go through?

Preparation is the part of sclerotherapy that you control. A few decisions before the appointment are yours to make.

Medicines to check first

On preparation, my.clevelandclinic.org states: "Before your sclerotherapy treatment, you should avoid certain drugs. Ask your healthcare provider for guidance on taking or stopping these medicines: Antibiotics like tetracycline or minocycline: These may make your skin stain if you take them seven to 10 days before or after treatment." The practical step is to bring a list of everything you take, then let the provider say what to stop and when.

Background on the veins being treated

If you want context on the conditions behind the treatment, my.clevelandclinic.org has guides to venous disease and varicose veins.

The question to ask

Anyone in Mokena or New Lenox Township preparing for sclerotherapy should ask: "Which of my medicines should I change, and for how long?" Do not stop or start anything on your own, because the guidance above sends you back to your provider for exactly this reason.