Suggest Treatment For Purple Scars On The Legs After A Varicose Vein Surgery

Posted on Wed, 6 Jul 2016

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Question : I have several dark purple scars on my legs from a varicose vein operation 10 months ago. When will they fade? Will they ever fade? Is there something I can do to remove the discoloration?

Answered by Dr. T Shobha Deepak (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Pigmentation will persist

Detailed Answer:
Dear Ms

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Greetings if the day

Dear Ms

The discolouration of skin at site of varicose veins is due to disintegration of red blood cells and deposition of hemosiderin pigment. This pigmentation is irreversible and likely to stay lifelong.
I personally recommend the individuals to leave them alone. If cosmetic appearance is of concern , then laser treatment can be tried.

Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you

take Care'

Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng