It could be normal, but could also mean that the compression hose don't fit well.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

From what I can understand you had some type of vein ablation of the thigh vein - the great saphenous vein. You should be wearing either thigh-high stockings or pantyhose compression using 20-30mmHg compression. I usually advise patients to continue to wear their stockings through treatment and on follow up for at least until all the treatments are completed. This is also helpful to patients in terms of keeping the closed veins compressed, and seems to help with the level of post-procedure discomfort. The discomfort level varies with the size and depth of the vein, and of course patient's pain tolerance. But all of these things considered, wearing compression stockings in the treatment phase helps. It's important to consider the veins involved, and the treatment rendered.Thigh-high stockings alone are not adequate, and actually increase the swelling of the non-compressed thigh and cause the symptoms.

Published on Jul 11, 2012