It's simple. If you are not having significant or any symptoms, do not have treatment. It is quite reasonable to observe. In a year or two if you start having discomfort or swelling that is bothering you, then you can get another ultrasound to see what is happening and then get treatment.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

There are normally two reasons my patients seek treatment. They do not like the way their legs look or their legs hurt. Please note that not everyone recognizes that their legs are symptomatic because the symptoms can come on so gradually. Usually if you are having any of the following symptoms, an if you have no other obvious cause for them, then they are probably vein related (itching, burning, leg cramping, restless legs, heaviness). You also need to be aware that since vein disease is normally an inherited disorder, it is highly unlikely that only one vein in each leg is affected. If your doc is telling you that, then you really should get a second opinion regarding what you have. I would look to speak to a doc who only does vein treatments.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

I agree with the physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Based on what you're saying, you're not ready. You said that your legs don't bother you, and if you're OK with how they look, then you don't have to do anything.

Published on Jul 11, 2012