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What is sclerotherapy and how can this treatment help New Orleans patients?
Patients suffering from spider veins and varicose veins may not only be embarrassed by their outward appearance, but may also be dealing with unwanted discomfort that occurs in the legs due to these enlarged veins. These veins vary in color, but are often darker and extremely noticeable when patients wear swimsuits, shorts, or skirts. A procedure called sclerotherapy treatment may be beneficial in allowing patients to eliminate the veins and improve their overall quality of life.
Sclerotherapy is an injection treatment that targets spider veins and varicose veins. A medication is introduced into the veins, which causes them to close and fade away. The blood that circulates through those veins will redirect to healthier veins deeper in the leg. Agents such as polidocanol, sodium tetradecyl sulfate, and saline are common ingredients in sclerotherapy injections.
The treatment is relatively simple and does not take very long. In fact, most appointments last less than 30 minutes. Patients do not require anesthesia due to the small size of the needles, and little pain and discomfort is felt during the injections. Patients may feel some stinging sensations immediately after the injection, but it is not long-term. Bandages are applied afterwards and patients are encouraged to wear compression socks or support hose for a few days, and should walk to encourage recirculation.
The treatment is non-invasive and is done at the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology as an outpatient procedure. Patients may need more than one treatment depending on the size and depth of the veins addressed, and this is discussed during the consultation visit before the procedure is performed. Patients are educated on what to expect before, during, and after their treatment, and are encouraged to ask any questions if there are concerns or misunderstandings.
New Orleans patients visiting Dr. Mary Lupo can learn more about the benefits of sclerotherapy during an initial consultation visit at the Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology. Patients are encouraged to contact her at (504) 777-3047 to schedule a visit and find out if their problematic veins can be addressed with this fast, simple, and effective treatment.
Lupo Center for Aesthetic and General Dermatology
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Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective, and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board-certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD, has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of the Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane, and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for the approval of new drugs and devices, and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
Dr. Lupo was recently recognized as a trailblazer for women in dermatology and for her dedication to educating dermatology residents and fellows.
She has also received the following awards:
- 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – Recognizes full-time academicians who have dedicated their careers to educating dermatology residents and fellows;
- 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐦𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐝, 𝐌𝐃 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 and 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 from the 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 – Recognizes dermatologists of national prominence who have been trailblazers for women in some aspect of dermatology.
Dr. Lupo has authored over 90 published articles and book chapters and has spoken on various dermatological topics at nearly 480 national and international meetings and seminars.