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Irregular veins have suddenly appeared on my penis. What can be done?
Vein Treatments - 2 answers
Approximately 12 months ago I developed a number of visible veins on the shaft of my penis. The onset of said veins occurred suddenly and without a clear catalyst (i.e. no strenuous sexual acts, etc.). I vis...
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How can I treat the visible veins in my arms? Because I keep wearing a long-sleeve blouse during summer and it's uncomfortable. I am 45 and slim.
Vein Treatments - 10 answers
I just want the visible veins in my arms to go away.
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What is a recommended treatment of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Treatment - 3 answers
What is your recommended treatment of PCS and do you recommend an OBGYN? Is weight gain typically associated with PCS?
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Will Compression Stockings help with leg pain?
Compression Stockings - 7 answers
I am experiencing extreme pain in both calf muscles and have egg size swelling on each outer leg. My GP has recently told me to just go to the drug store and buy support hose because I have symptoms of varicos...
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If I have blue veins (reticular veins) on my upper body, does this mean I have a valve problem in my deep veins?
EVLT - 8 answers
I all of a sudden had blue veins on my waist, chest, inner upper arms, hands, neck and face, as well as legs, without pregnancy. They seem to be reticular veins and the ones on my arm burn. Does this mean I hav...
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Why am I bruising from my compression stockings?
Compression Stockings - 4 answers
I'm on Plavix for heart Issues but my vascular doctor prescribed compression hose for the pain, varicose veins, discoloration and swelling in my legs. Since wearing them I am bruising badly when taking them of...
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Should I be elevating and icing my leg after a phlebectomy?
Ambulatory Phlebectomy - 6 answers
I just had a phlebectomy done at 3pm, and have increasing pain and throbbing.Norco and Ibuprofen are not doing much! I have been elevating my leg and icing it to help with the pain, but it's not getting better....
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How long do I need to be off work after a venous ablation?
VNUS - 8 answers
Does the procedure have down time?
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Is it normal for veins to be more painful and appear worse after EVLT?
EVLT - 6 answers
I had EVLT in January 2012 and I have seen a significant increase in the appearance of blue-green veins. They are much worse than prior to EVLT, but my doctor said this is unrelated. I also feel pain and a tug...
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My husband is having pain in his heel after wearing compression socks, is this normal?
Compression Stockings - 7 answers
My husband started wearing compression socks. They were measured and seemed to be the correct fit for his legs, but then he started having pain in his heel from the socks. Is this normal? He needs to keep weari...
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Which compression stocking would you recommend for a person with orthostatic hypotension?
Compression Stockings - 12 answers
I was diagnosed with orthostatic hypotension. Am I better off with knee-high or thigh-high stockings? Also, which part of the body needs the most compression (ankles, calves, or thighs)?
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I now have 10 times the amount of blue veins down my outer legs after VNUS. Is this common and what is happening?
VNUS - 8 answers
I had vnus closure on both legs in July/August 2011. I recently increased my exercise to get my legs in shape. I now have dark blue veins appearing, getting worse by the minute down my entire outer thighs, back...
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Where does the blood go after the saphenous vein has been ablated?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 14 answers
How is blood drawn upwards if there is no superficial (saphenous) vein that would do that? What does this change mean to the body? Is all the blood transferred by the deep vein or the new collateral veins that ...
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Could compression stockings be the source of my dizziness?
Compression Stockings - 3 answers
Could there be a relationship between pressure from the stockings and the dizziness I'm experiencing? I've never experienced this before. I was prescribed 20-30mmHg stockings after a long air journey. I wore th...
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What is the recovery and post-operative care like after microphlebectomy?
Microphlebectomy - 5 answers
What is the length of recovery?
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Should I be worried that my 8-year-old daughter has visible, prominent green veins throughout her body?
General - 1 answer
My 8-year-old daughter has visible, prominent green veins in her hands, legs, upper chest, and sides of stomach. She is healthy and has no associated problems. The pediatrician said they look normal when he saw...
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Can tight knee pad straps cause DVT and varicose veins?
Compression Stockings - 8 answers
I have knee pads I use for kneeling on concrete, etc. The velcro bands are very tight around my leg. Could this cause deep vein thrombosis and varicose veins in my lower leg?
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Does a low pressure compression stockings helps to prevent leg cramps during sleep?
Compression Stockings - 6 answers
Does a low pressure compression stockings helps to prevent leg cramp during sleep?
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What treatment options do I have with Deep System Reflux?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 9 answers
I just had a venus reflux exam indicating I have superficial & deep system reflux which has changed from a year ago. I'm concerned about my leg's future if the superficial cannot be treated because it will put ...
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Compression socks for long flights?
Compression Stockings - 9 answers
I am a healthy 45yr old with no circulation problems. I'll be taking long flights (Washing, DC, Bhutan) and wonder if I should wear compression socks as a precaution. would drugstore grade be adequate or shoul...
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