Are varicose vein treatments painful?
No, most varicose vein treatments are not painful. The majority are performed in an office setting using local anesthesia, and patients typically experience little to no discomfort during or after the procedure.
Varicose vein treatments, in general, are not painful. The majority of these procedures are performed in an office setting using local anesthesia.
If patients desire, they may receive oral pain medication ahead of time. During the procedure and immediately afterward, most patients experience minimal to no discomfort.
These treatments are very well tolerated. There are different types of vein procedures, but the majority are performed safely in the office. In rare cases, certain procedures may be performed in an outpatient setting.
I’m Dr. Ray Rassai, a surgeon and vein specialist here at BASS Vein Center.
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