Could my inflamed gums be due to a recent endovenous laser ablation procedure?

I still have pain two months after having an endovenous laser ablation procedure. My doctor says it is inflammation. Could it be something else? What can I do? I have already tried two courses of prednisone. Also, I have been told at my dentist appointments that I have inflamed gums. Could that inflammation be due to the procedure?

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Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

Published on Jan 24, 2013

You need to be evaluated.

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Answered by Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

You need to be evaluated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Treatment and Aesthetic Center

Published on Jan 21, 2013

Your gum problems are not due to vein issues in your legs. I have never had a patient complain of pain in their legs 2 months after an endovenous laser ablation treatment. The inflammation may be causing the pain, but what caused the problem in the first place? The EVLT may have caused this. In normal circumstances, however, your symptoms should not be bothering you this long after the procedure. Rarely, the laser beam may escape the vein and injure some nearby tissue that will take a long time to heal. It should heal by itself eventually, but there is nothing that could be done to speed that up. Your operating surgeon should be able to explain the cause.

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Answered by Vein Treatment and Aesthetic Center

Your gum problems are not due to vein issues in your legs. I have never had a patient complain of pain in their legs 2 months after an endovenous laser ablation treatment. The inflammation may be causing the pain, but what caused the problem in the first place? The EVLT may have caused this. In normal circumstances, however, your symptoms should not be bothering you this long after the procedure. Rarely, the laser beam may escape the vein and injure some nearby tissue that will take a long time to heal. It should heal by itself eventually, but there is nothing that could be done to speed that up. Your operating surgeon should be able to explain the cause.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


NE Laser Vein Institute LLC

Published on Jan 20, 2013

Inflamed gums have no relation to endovenous laser ablation of leg veins.

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Answered by NE Laser Vein Institute LLC

Inflamed gums have no relation to endovenous laser ablation of leg veins.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Intermountain Vein Center

Published on Jan 17, 2013

I don't see any reason to believe that an endovenous laser ablation procedure in the leg would cause inflammation in your gums. Gingivitis is what usually causes inflammation in the gums. Your dentist should give you that information. Prednisone is probably not what you are looking for as far as treatment options.

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Answered by Intermountain Vein Center

I don't see any reason to believe that an endovenous laser ablation procedure in the leg would cause inflammation in your gums. Gingivitis is what usually causes inflammation in the gums. Your dentist should give you that information. Prednisone is probably not what you are looking for as far as treatment options.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein Center

Published on Jan 16, 2013

I cannot think of a relationship between your gums and your veins. You should not be having pain 2 months after the procedure. If your doctor can't help you then you should get a second opinion.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

I cannot think of a relationship between your gums and your veins. You should not be having pain 2 months after the procedure. If your doctor can't help you then you should get a second opinion.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Jan 16, 2013

It is unlikely that your gum inflammation is due to the endovenous laser ablation procedure you had. Increase walking with compression on the area, such as an ace wrap with a stocking below. It takes a while in some cases to resolve.

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

It is unlikely that your gum inflammation is due to the endovenous laser ablation procedure you had. Increase walking with compression on the area, such as an ace wrap with a stocking below. It takes a while in some cases to resolve.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Jan 15, 2013

No, your gum inflammation was not caused by the endovenous laser ablation treatment.













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Question: Could my inflamed gums be due to a recent endovenous laser
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Procedure: Endovenous Laser Ablation
Question Detail: I still have pain two months after having an endovenous
laser ablation procedure. My doctor says it is inflammation. Could it be
something else? What can I do? I have already tried two courses of
prednisone. Also, I have been told at my dentist appointments that I have
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No, your gum inflammation was not caused by the endovenous laser ablation treatment.













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Question: Could my inflamed gums be due to a recent endovenous laser
ablation procedure?
Procedure: Endovenous Laser Ablation
Question Detail: I still have pain two months after having an endovenous
laser ablation procedure. My doctor says it is inflammation. Could it be
something else? What can I do? I have already tried two courses of
prednisone. Also, I have been told at my dentist appointments that I have
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Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein & Laser Centre, Ltd.

Published on Jan 15, 2013

I've never heard of such a connection.

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Answered by Advanced Vein & Laser Centre, Ltd.

I've never heard of such a connection.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jan 14, 2013

In our practice, we do not see inflammation two months post-EVLA. However, our patients may have some residual "bumps" or feelings of a "string" in the thigh. We have not prescribed prednisone for these problems. My patients take an 8-day course of prescription strength Ibuprofen to reduce possible inflammation, and it mostly takes care of any discomfort. If you are concerned about your progress and your treating doctor isn't giving you the answer, a second opinion with a board certified surgeon who specializes in vein treatment may alleviate your concerns about your progress. As far as the inflamed gums are concerned, it is not likely related to the EVLA. You could also schedule an appointment with your primary care physician for blood work and a checkup to see if there is another underlying cause.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

In our practice, we do not see inflammation two months post-EVLA. However, our patients may have some residual "bumps" or feelings of a "string" in the thigh. We have not prescribed prednisone for these problems. My patients take an 8-day course of prescription strength Ibuprofen to reduce possible inflammation, and it mostly takes care of any discomfort. If you are concerned about your progress and your treating doctor isn't giving you the answer, a second opinion with a board certified surgeon who specializes in vein treatment may alleviate your concerns about your progress. As far as the inflamed gums are concerned, it is not likely related to the EVLA. You could also schedule an appointment with your primary care physician for blood work and a checkup to see if there is another underlying cause.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Clinic of North Carolina

Published on Jan 14, 2013

There is no research suggesting that gum inflammation can result from endovenous laser ablation. I recommend you see a dentist.

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Answered by Vein Clinic of North Carolina

There is no research suggesting that gum inflammation can result from endovenous laser ablation. I recommend you see a dentist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Jan 14, 2013

No, there is no possibility that your inflamed gums are due to the endovenous laser ablation treatment you had.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

No, there is no possibility that your inflamed gums are due to the endovenous laser ablation treatment you had.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jan 14, 2013

Your gum inflammation should not be related to the endovenous laser ablation procedure at all.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Your gum inflammation should not be related to the endovenous laser ablation procedure at all.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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