Should my legs hurt 2 years after varicose vein surgery?

I had varicose vein surgery two years ago. My legs hurt terribly every day. Is this normal?

Answers from doctors (11)


Advanced Vein Center

Published on Feb 05, 2013

No, it is not normal for a patient's legs to hurt two years after varicose vein surgery. You should see another doctor and get a second opinion.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

No, it is not normal for a patient's legs to hurt two years after varicose vein surgery. You should see another doctor and get a second opinion.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Michael F. Gioscia, MD, FACS, ABVLM

Published on Feb 03, 2013

No, you need an evaluation to determine whether your symptoms are vascular (venous or arterial) or due to a neurologic or musculoskeletal etiology.

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Answered by Michael F. Gioscia, MD, FACS, ABVLM

No, you need an evaluation to determine whether your symptoms are vascular (venous or arterial) or due to a neurologic or musculoskeletal etiology.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Feb 01, 2013

It's possible that you have new veins that have developed in the last two years. You will need to have another ultrasound to find out the source of that pain.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

It's possible that you have new veins that have developed in the last two years. You will need to have another ultrasound to find out the source of that pain.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialists

Published on Jan 31, 2013

No, I do not think your legs should hurt you at the end of the day. I have no way of knowing what sort of "varicose vein surgery" you had, but you should have copies of the operative notes and other office notes for your records. I would recommend a new, complete venous evaluation that includes a venous insufficiency ultrasound, examination and review of your records by a qualified vein specialist. There might be something that can be done to give you some relief.

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Answered by Vein Specialists

No, I do not think your legs should hurt you at the end of the day. I have no way of knowing what sort of "varicose vein surgery" you had, but you should have copies of the operative notes and other office notes for your records. I would recommend a new, complete venous evaluation that includes a venous insufficiency ultrasound, examination and review of your records by a qualified vein specialist. There might be something that can be done to give you some relief.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Published on Jan 29, 2013

You should not have severe pain two years after varicose vein surgery. However, more information about your vein surgery would be needed in order to advise you further.

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Answered by Vein Clinic of North Carolina

You should not have severe pain two years after varicose vein surgery. However, more information about your vein surgery would be needed in order to advise you further.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Jan 29, 2013

Having pain two years after varicose vein surgery is not usual. See a vein MD for evaluation.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Having pain two years after varicose vein surgery is not usual. See a vein MD for evaluation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Jan 28, 2013

No, your legs should not hurt two years after varicose vein surgery.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

No, your legs should not hurt two years after varicose vein surgery.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Lubbock Vein Specialists

Published on Jan 28, 2013

This is not "normal." You should have your condition reevaluated.

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Answered by Lubbock Vein Specialists

This is not "normal." You should have your condition reevaluated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Jan 28, 2013

If your surgery was successful and complete and if the pain in your legs was from your varicose veins, then you should not be having discomfort. It is possible your surgery was incomplete or did not take care of all of the vein problems. However, it is also possible that the symptoms you are experiencing are being caused by another medical problem. I would recommend you follow up with the vein doctor to check. I hope this helps.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

If your surgery was successful and complete and if the pain in your legs was from your varicose veins, then you should not be having discomfort. It is possible your surgery was incomplete or did not take care of all of the vein problems. However, it is also possible that the symptoms you are experiencing are being caused by another medical problem. I would recommend you follow up with the vein doctor to check. I hope this helps.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jan 28, 2013

This is not normal. You need to have a full evaluation to see what is causing the pain. Your problem may have nothing to do with the prior varicose vein surgery.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

This is not normal. You need to have a full evaluation to see what is causing the pain. Your problem may have nothing to do with the prior varicose vein surgery.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Jan 28, 2013

It depends. A vein specialist can perform an ultrasound to detect current venous insufficiency. You could have pain from musculoskeletal or lymphatic disorders. Is the pain relieved when wearing gradient compression stockings 30-40 mmHg? What about when you are standing, sitting, resting?

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

It depends. A vein specialist can perform an ultrasound to detect current venous insufficiency. You could have pain from musculoskeletal or lymphatic disorders. Is the pain relieved when wearing gradient compression stockings 30-40 mmHg? What about when you are standing, sitting, resting?

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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