Vein Ligation and Stripping Questions
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Now that I don't have a saphenous vein in my lower leg am I suceptible to superficial phlebitis?
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I was born with a vascular mass and AV malformation. My leg has had extreme superficial veins my whole life. It never hurt or affected me until I had my saphenous vein removed. I had it removed for cosmetic rea...
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I'm 3 months post-vein ligation and 2 months post-sclerotherapy. I still have the same intense pain I had prior to surgery. What is wrong?
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On 2-11-16, I had vein ligation of the GSV. Then, on 3-21-16, I had sclerotherapy on my left leg. Pain in my left leg is the same & more frequent than before surgery. Elevating my leg and resting it on any elev...
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Dr. wants to remove large leg vein with Ambulatory Phlebectomy.
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Had treatments recently to internal veins. My doctor wants to remove large leg vein with Ambulatory Phlebectomy, but I'm not having problems with the vein or pain. Is it necessary?
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Is it common for clots to develop and for the area behind my leg to swell and feel tight/sore after vein stripping surgery?
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After undergoing vein stripping surgery, I developed blood clots. Now, I have to give myself injections in the stomach for two weeks, according to my doc. Is it normal for blood clots to develop and for the are...
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Does stripping cause blood blotches in legs?
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Does stripping the veins cause spots of blood accumulation on the legs usually in the morning when rising?
The legs were stripped from the ankle to under the very top of the leg. Legs have spots of blood b...
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I have severe pain in my shin and ankle/heel, what should I do? Are my symptoms normal?
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I went 8 days post-surgery w/out redressing thanks to conflicting instructions I rec'd. Now, 11 days post-surgery I feel a tightening pressure in my shin when I stand, and I have shooting pain in the side of my...
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Can you explain what it means when I'm told the arteries in my legs need work?
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My veins seem to be in good shape, but I am told my arteries may need work. Can you provide an explanation of the meaning of "arterial work" on my leg arterial systems?
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Is Vein Ligation the best option for vericose vein treatment?
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If not, what is a better option?
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How do I remove a broken blood vessel or vein by the opening of my nose?
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How do I remove a broken blood vessel or vein by the opening of my nose?
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Is my leg supposed to be sore six days after ELA and some stripping?
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How long should pain last before subsiding?
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My mom is 84 years old and had her veins stripped about 45 to 50 years ago. Her legs are constantly cold. Is this a result of the vein striping?
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When is Vein Ligation and Stripping used?
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In what situations is this used?
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I have CCSVI, would a stent or taking other veins to create new jugular veins work?
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I have chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency (CCSVI) and am wondering if it is recommended to stent or even take other veins to create new jugular veins when they get smaller again after a lot of angioplas...
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Hi there, I had the GSV on my left leg surgically removed from groin to ankle 10 days ago. Why do I have many new lumpy veins?
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7 days after the procedure my leg is noticeably less swollen than before the operation and the skin is loose, however, 10 days post-op, I now have several bunches of large, hard ropey veins in my calf that I'm ...
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Why do I have to have so many procedures?
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I have gone for two treatments, and going tomorrow for another. Then five more on the same leg.
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Vein ligation after having a baby?
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How long do you have to wait to do a vein ligation after having a baby?
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My doctor told me that the best treatment for me is surgical removal of veins.Is this right?
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I'm in my 30's and developed varicose veins on both legs after giving birth. They were getting worse in short time and more veins appeared. My doctor told me that the best treatment for me is ligation and strip...
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Would laser treatment be a good option?
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I had about 20 small veins stripped a yr after my 2nd pregnancy which alleviated aching in the back of my thigh. Then a year later my strafanous vein was stripped from the back of my knee to my ankle. Which al...
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I have calcium deposits on my bones. Will there be any risks involved in my vein ligation and stripping surgery because of this?
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I have calcium deposits on my bones. Will there be any risks involved in my vein ligation and stripping surgery because of this?
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