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Can Sclerotherapy cause blood clots?
Sclerotherapy - 13 answers
I've heard that occasionally, small lumps of clotted blood can be felt after sclerotherapy. Aren't blood clots quite dangerous?
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Why do I have varicose veins at 25 years old?
VNUS - 12 answers
I am a skinny 25 year old who has never been pregnant. I live an active lifestyle and maintain a healthy diet. I work out for an hour a day, plus I take my dog on 3-4 walks a day. I don't keep my legs crossed a...
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Can I continue running and moderate workouts after sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy - 10 answers
Will running short distances, say 2-4 miles three times per week, be of detriment to sclerotherapy procedures? What about medium distance hikes of 5-10 miles that include hills?
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The veins in my legs hurt and swell so much during my menstrual cycle that it's hard to walk. What's going on?
General - 4 answers
I'm 26 and have 2 kids. The veins in my legs hurt and swell so much during my menstrual cycle that it's hard to walk. What's going on?
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Can Pelvic Congestion Syndrome cause hip pain and or nausea?
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Treatment - 4 answers
I have low and mid back pain along with nausea. Can this be attributed to Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?
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Unbearable itching while wearing compression stockings, what do I do?
Compression Stockings - 6 answers
My legs are extremely itchy when I wear Medi compression stockings. In fact, it's almost painful. When I apply grease and creams, the discomfort only goes away temporarily (approx. 2-3 hours). I've even changed...
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Why would a surgeon leave surgical clips in my upper groin after varicose vein stripping?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 9 answers
I had varicose vein surgery 14 years ago to strip veins from my right leg. I have had severe pain in my groin and lower abdomen for years. Just found out the surgeon left three surgical clips in my groin. They...
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Do Varicose Veins cause you to have severe leg cramps?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 10 answers
Is this a side effect of having varicose veins and can varicose vein surgery effectively treat this condition?
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can you go in a hot tub after sclerotherapy and how long do you have to wear the stocking for?
Sclerotherapy - 11 answers
Can you go in a hot tub after sclerotherapy and how long do you have to wear the stocking for?
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Can compression hose cause bruising?
Compression Stockings - 6 answers
I am a nurse and only wore compression hose to prevent swelling and leg cramps/pain after work when I was pregnant. I just restarted using them but I am not pregnant, but I have noticed SEVERE bruising developi...
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I developed thrombophlebitis after EVLT and foam sclerotherapy, what should I do?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 13 answers
I had EVLT performed on both legs. A week later, I had a foam sclerotherapy treatment. I developed thrombophlebitis following the procedures, and was given ibuprofen 600 for 2 weeks. I am finding that I still h...
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Are there alternatives to wearing compression stockings for those who can't?
Compression Stockings - 9 answers
I received RF ABLATION OF GSV + FOAM SCLEROTHERAPY on my left leg in August. I could not wear compressive stockings owing to ulcers and small bleeding from swelled veins. Is there a negative effect from not wea...
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Can endovenous laser ablation give me deep vein thrombosis?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 9 answers
I've heard that ELA can result in deep vein thrombosis. Is this true, and how common is this complication? Is there any way to prevent it?
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what is considered 'normal' bruising 5 days post EVLT
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 7 answers
EVLT 5 days ago GSV. No serious pain yet. Compression stocking to come off tomorrow, but bruising seems excessive with dark patches and tenderness to touch. I was told to use heating pad, and now I'm reading no...
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Should my legs ache 4 weeks after sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy - 11 answers
I had sclerotherapy almost 4 weeks ago. My legs now ache and feel heavy as soon as I get up in the morning. I have been wearing support knee highs. How long should this last? Legs didn't feel this way before sc...
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I was given TED hose after hip replacement surgery, how often can I take them off?
Compression Stockings - 7 answers
I had a total hip replacement roughly a month ago and was given TED hose to wear. I'm a pretty active person. How long can I take the hose off? Do I need to wear them around the house if I am up and about?
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Is it possible to remove too many veins with varicose vein surgery?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 8 answers
I have a large number of varicose veins covering both legs. I want to get them treated but I'm afraid I won't have many veins left! Is there a point where you shouldn't have them all removed/injected because th...
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