These symptoms are not at all typical after the above mentioned procedures. He needs to be reevaluated by his physician to determine the source of this severe pain.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Severe burning is not normal following RF ablation. Many times there is increased sensitivity in the upper medial thigh for a short period following the procedure. This is due to the treated vein in that area being inflamed and contracting from the ablation. Burning can occur if the vein is close to the skin or if the tumescent anesthesia used did not adequately cover the treated vein. Follow up with your treating physician.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Severe buning is not normal. Everyone has a different pain tolerance, and usually the pain goes away within a few days to weeks. Every once in a while there is a nerve near a vein that gets damaged or injured during a procedure, and this can cause a burning sensation As well, the tissue around the vein can get burned if the vein is treated with a high energy ablation This also can cause a severe burning sensation. I would recommend speaking to your physician, taking some anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin or Alleve, and wearing compression hose.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Severe burning is not "normal" and may or may not go away over time. Hopefully, he did not feel burning during the ablation procedure. If he was awake, and if there was no sensation of burning during the ablation procedure, then it is likely that this will be a temporary event. But if he is in severe pain, I'd suggest he go to urgent care.

Published on Jul 11, 2012