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Should I wait until I am older to get the endovenous laser ablation procedure?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 15 answers
I am a 24 y/o active female who has incompetent great saphenous veins in both legs. Can you advise if I should wait to close them via laser ablation or have it done ASAP? I have unsightly varicose veins, but cu...
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What does vein discoloration after sclerotherapy mean?
Sclerotherapy - 15 answers
I had a foam sclerotherapy injection on a varicose vein two weeks ago. The vein is still very discolored, and there are still lumps. Does that mean it did not work?
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What credentials do I look for in a doctor that performs sclerotherapy on hand veins?
Sclerotherapy - 15 answers
I would rather a doctor instead of a MA perform sclerotherapy on the bulging veins in my hands. Are there many doctors that perform this procedure? If so, what credentials do I look for?
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Should I have radiofrequency ablation on both legs if only one is symptomatic?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 15 answers
I have a bulging vein on my right calf (right leg reflux is 0.4-4.2; size 4.8-13.2mm). I have no symptoms on left leg (reflux is 0.54-1.9 and size 2.2-9.3mm). My doctor wants to do an ablation on both legs. Do...
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Can I sleep with compression stockings on?
Compression Stockings - 15 answers
I am 21 weeks pregnant and my whole leg and feet really hurt. I only have knee-length compression hose. Can I sleep with them on?
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One year post-EVLT, I have pain in the area that was treated. Could the veins have reopened?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 15 answers
I had the endovenous laser ablation procedure about a year ago. Now, I constantly have pain, and it feels like it did prior to treatment. I had both legs treated, but only the left was more severe. Could the ve...
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I will have a surgery to repair my torn meniscus, how long after the procedure can I have EVLT?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 15 answers
I had vein stripping 10 years ago. I have venous insufficiency and stasis dermatitis. I wear compression hose. I will have orthoscopic surgery for a torn meniscus in March. How long should I wait for EVLT?
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How long after pregnancy should I wait to have treatments?
Sclerotherapy - 15 answers
I have developed what I think are spider veins during my second and current pregnancy. I want to have them treated but I was wondering how long after delivery I should wait to seek treatment.
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I have had swelling in my feet and lower leg for about 2 or 3 months. I have tried compression socks with limited results. What should I do?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 15 answers
My foot doctor said I may need a test to see if I am a candidate for vein surgery. I'm a little nervous about this procedure. Can you let me what my options are?
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Years after having a sclerotherapy treatment, my leg constantly burns. Should I be concerned?
Sclerotherapy - 15 answers
I had sclerotherapy four to five years ago. My leg is constantly burning and is further aggravated by being on my feet a lot at work. Should I be concerned?
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Can I have a vein ablation if I have a deep vein clot in the leg?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 15 answers
I have a deep vein clot and I was wondering if I can have an ablation to close the the vein on the inside of my leg?
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Can you die if you forgo deep vein reflux treatment for too long?
Vein Treatments - 15 answers
I was diagnosed 10 years ago with deep vein reflux. At the time, I was told to wear compression hose, but I haven't had any symptoms. I am 5'7, 130 lbs and have three children. Could I die from forgoing deep ve...
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What should be done about veins that reopen or are partially occluded?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 15 answers
I am an active 45 year old who had endovenous laser ablation done on the great saphenous vein and lesser saphenous vein. After 4 months of complications, I had an ultrasound to determine the source. It turns ou...
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Do I need prescription to get compression stockings?
Compression Stockings - 15 answers
I've been wearing Futuro compression knee highs for years. I now find the elastic below the knees which holds them up is tight and makes an indentation. I have venous insufficiency with mild leg edema. Do I nee...
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What is the best treatment for venous ulcers?
Compression Stockings - 15 answers
What is the recommended procedure for treating leg ulcers?
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Do I need larger support hose if they're making my toes hurt?
Varicose Vein Home Treatments - 15 answers
I've noticed that support hose make the ends of my toes hurt. Do I need a larger size and can I wear socks over them to make them look better?
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I had EVLT done on 1/16/15 and I just noticed a bruise on the operative leg. Is this normal?
EVLT - 14 answers
It seems striated and is painful and getting larger. There's no predisposing trauma, and I'm unsure on what to do. Please help!
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