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I have hyperpigmentation after sclerotherapy, when will the discoloration fade away?
Sclerotherapy - 14 answers
I had sclerotherapy one and a half weeks ago. I went in because there was trapped blood a few days ago. How long will it take for the red line to go away? It is still there. Can't ask my doctor because he left ...
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Should compression stockings make your legs & feet ache?
Compression Stockings - 14 answers
I have compression stockings that are supposed to come up to my knees, but they come over my knees. Not only are they very difficult to get on & off, they cause my legs and feet to ache. Is this normal?
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How long should I treat an ulceration from sclerotherapy with a prescribed burn cream?
Sclerotherapy - 14 answers
I am at week 10 dealing with this ulceration. First it was treated with antibiotics and Bactrian now I am using a burn cream. It is on the lower shin. Is it normal for healing to take this long? Is there a more...
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I'm considering vein treatment, but how do I know the protruding veins on my shins (like on my feet and hands) are varicose?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 14 answers
I've had a consultation with a board-certified doctor, but still have concerns. Clotting and stroke run on my mom's side of the family. She died of a pulmonary embolism at 42 but I don't know where the clot was...
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How are my veins connected and will the ELA procedure benefit me?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 14 answers
I was diagnosed with venous reflux of the GSV, but my biggest varicose vein is on the other side of my leg. I am 23 y/o and I don't know if I should do the treatment or not. I do have some veins showing along w...
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How can I prevent varicose veins?
Compression Stockings - 14 answers
How can I prevent having varicose veins? I am still at my age of 20, but yet my varicose viens are getting enlarged and more severe.
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Heart Failure after Laser Light Therapy?
Laser & Light Therapy - 14 answers
Hi, I was dx with peripardom cardiomyopathy 2 years ago, my EF is normal, no dilation, clots gone, cleared by cardiologist to resume normal activity as of year ago. I want to get my varicose veins fixed, any op...
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Should I still wear a compression stocking 3 weeks after sclerotherapy treatment??
Sclerotherapy - 14 answers
I was wondering if I should continue to wear my 18-24 mmHg compression stocking 3 weeks after my sclerotherapy treatment. I was told once that even if the condition improves, wearing stockings can prevent varic...
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Is it safe to have Sclerotherapy treatments on a weekly basis?
Sclerotherapy - 14 answers
Can patients overdose on the sclerotherapy injections?
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Is it OK to take standard multivitamins during schlerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy - 14 answers
Is it alright to take standard multivitamins during schlerotherapy, or will this affect results? (I read that Vitamin E is not good during treatment, and multi-vitamins contain some Vitamin E.)
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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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Will untreated spider veins become leg ulcers?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 14 answers
I've heard spider veins will cause leg ulcers if untreated. Is this accurate?
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Is there a connection between varicose veins and constipation?
Sclerotherapy - 14 answers
I am a 25-year-old female, and I have spider veins and visible reticular veins behind knees. My ultrasound is normal. I have had chronic constipation for 10 years. Could it be the reason?
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Do knee high compression socks prevent upper leg varicosities?
Ambulatory Phlebectomy - 14 answers
I underwent ambulatory phlebectomy for my right leg. No visible veins on left. I'm always standing at work (8-12 hrs).
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Can I have endovenous laser ablation on both the greater and lesser saphenous vein?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 14 answers
I have extensive varicose veins on both legs. I've had them in my calves for years with no pain. Recently, high-impact exercise has resulted in bulging veins on my inner thighs and ankles, which can be very pai...
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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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