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I had EVLT done on both of my legs approx 2 years ago because of spider veins on feet/ankles from reflux.
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Since then I’ve experienced swelling in both my ankles. I’ve had 2 ultrasounds by different doctors and no one can find anything wrong. I had no swelling before and now deal with it daily. Any thoughts as t... Read more
I had laser surgery on my varicose veins. I thought this would get better but it still burns--worried they damaged my leg. What’s going on?
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I had my surgery at Shelby. Near my ankle has a darker color that burns to the touch. Read more
What pain med would be ok to take-(I'm allergic to Motrin)?
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I suspected discomfort after EVLT. Most information makes it sound too easy. Read more
I've been diagnosed with moderate venous insufficiency, when should I get endovenous laser treatment?
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I was diagnosed with moderate CVI a couple of years ago. I'm a 55-year-old woman who is obese. I take perindopril (Coversyl) for hypertension. In 2017, my doctor performed an ultrasound venous doppler of my vei... Read more
I have had 2 ligation surgeries to remove varicose veins in the left leg. Both times I have gotten a recurrence. Can I try EVLT at this stage?
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I have had 2 ligation surgeries to remove varicose veins in the left leg. Both times I have gotten a recurrence. Can I try EVLT at this stage? Read more
Can compression stockings cause red bumps to develop along a venous ablation-treated leg?
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I had venous ablation on my left leg 6 days ago and now have red bumps going up my leg where the procedure was done. I called my doctor and he took me off compression stockings believe it could be the cause. Wh... Read more
I had endovenous laser treatment 24 days ago. Is it normal for the leg to swell after my first time returning to the gym?
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I had an EVLT done 24 days ago. I started exercising again 1 week ago. I started feeling discomfort in the leg after the last workout. Now my leg is 2 cm bigger in circumference than the healthy leg. There is n... Read more
Is it safe to stop wearing compression stockings 2 weeks after endovenous laser treatment and phlebectomy?
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I had endovenous laser treatment and phlebectomy. My doctor recommends I wear thigh-high stockings day and night for 2 weeks. Is it safe to completely stop wearing them after this period? Read more
Do you know why a limb would remain swollen after successful endovenous laser treatment?
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My husband had endovenous laser treatment. Things went very smoothly after the procedure. He had it done because of chronic swelling of his foot and recurring cellulitis. He uses the pump daily now but the swel... Read more
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I am nearly two months post-EVLT and just found two lumps on my calf two or three days ago. What are these lumps?
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I am nearly two months post-EVLT and just found two lumps on my calf two or three days ago. There is no accompanying pain until I push on the lumps. I exercise regularly. I sit at a desk most of the day but get... Read more
I believe I have an infection after endovenous laser treatment and phlebectomy. Should I clean the site or wait to see my doctor?
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I had EVLT and phlebectomy on my leg. My procedure was 1 1/2 wks ago. Went to my follow up and took the steri-strips off—everything looked good. Two days after follow-up, I noticed tenderness, redness, a litt... Read more
Is it normal to feel tired a few days after endovenous laser treatment? If so, why does this occur and for how long?
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I just had the endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) and foam sclerotherapy yesterday. I came home and slept a good amount. For the most part, I feel pretty good. I'm a little swollen and achy around the insertion ... Read more
Which job is suitable after endovenous laser treatment, sitting or standing?
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Which job is suitable after EVLT, sitting or standing? Read more
I had EVLT 5 weeks ago on one leg. I wear the compression stocking during the day, every day. How much longer do I have to wear it?
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I had EVLT 5 weeks ago on one leg. I wear the compression stocking during the day, every day. How much longer do I have to wear it? Read more
Can you drive home after endovenous laser treatment?
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I was wondering whether you can drive yourself home after EVLT. Read more
5 weeks post-EVLT, veins along my inner thigh have turned brown, and in 1 spot it’s slightly red. Is this normal?
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It’s my 1st week in Vietnam and I’m here for an additional two-and-a-half weeks. My doctor closed up a vein in my groin area 5 weeks ago. I’ve just noticed on my thigh that the veins have turned brown and... Read more
I had EVLT a year ago and my legs are still painful. I now have varicose veins. What are my options if I don't want another ablation?
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I had EVLT a year ago and my legs are still painful. I now have varicose veins, too. I had another ultrasound and it found an accessory vein is refluxing. This wasn't the case before. I don't want another ablat... Read more
How long does it take for numbness in the right foot and ankle to subside after EVLT?
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It's been 7 months since I was treated with endovenous laser treatment (EVLT). My right foot and ankle are still numb. When will the numbness go away? Read more
Should I continue to wear compression hose after EVLT and phlebectomy if I'm on my feet all day?
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I had EVLT and phlebectomy. I'm passed the point of wearing compression stockings as part of my post-care treatment. I’m on my feet all day. Should I continue to wear stockings? My concern is getting addition... Read more
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