Very disappointing experience
I had laser treatment for varicose veins at this clinic, primarily for aesthetic reasons. Unfortunately, following the session, I developed skin necrosis, which has left me with a permanent scar that I am still dealing with today.
What has been even more disappointing than the complication itself is the way the situation was h...
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Very disappointing experience
I had laser treatment for varicose veins at this clinic, primarily for aesthetic reasons. Unfortunately, following the session, I developed skin necrosis, which has left me with a permanent scar that I am still dealing with today.
What has been even more disappointing than the complication itself is the way the situation was handled afterwards. I contacted the clinic, expecting them to take the situation seriously and ask me to come in for an assessment by a dermatologist. No consultation was offered, and I was never asked to come back to have the area examined.
I was the one who had to suggest speaking directly with the doctor who performed the treatment. Even then, I did not receive a prompt response. The doctor only got back to me after approximately a week or more and simply advised me to continue with the treatment I was already using. Given the seriousness of what had happened, I sought other medical opinions myself.
I find this extremely disappointing. I underwent the procedure to improve the appearance of my legs, and instead I am now left with a scar caused by necrosis that is, in my opinion, more noticeable and distressing than the varicose veins I initially wanted to treat.
What is particularly upsetting is the complete lack of proper follow-up and communication from both the clinic and the doctor. When a patient develops a significant complication after an aesthetic procedure, I believe the minimum expectation is to be properly examined, informed, and followed up.
I would strongly recommend that anyone considering this treatment ask about the clinic’s follow-up process and what support is provided in case of complications. My experience has unfortunately been very disappointing, and I would not return.
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