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Why are my feet and ankles swollen when I wake up?
General - 3 answers
I used to work nine hours a day, and never had this swelling problem before. Now that I'm retired I've been having this swelling problem for about a year. I wake up with swollen feet and ankles and they stay th...
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Purple veins on my wrist, should I be concerned?
ELVeS (Endo Laser Vein System) - 4 answers
I occasionally have pain in my hands. I noticed one vein in particular is dark purple and appears to be purple to other people. But one vein next to it looks fine. I'm kinda worried but nor sure I should be. Do...
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Can I get a full body massage after the Sclerotherapy and, if so, how soon?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 5 answers
It has been almost 3 weeks since I had the procedure. Is it OK to go for a full body massage? If not, when will I be able to go?
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If my compression stockings are causing my legs and ankles to swell even during elevation, what should I do?
Compression Stockings - 7 answers
I had a deep vein thrombosis. My legs and ankles have become swollen while wearing compression stockings, making getting shoes on and walking extremely uncomfortable. Elevating my legs with the stockings on doe...
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Is swelling in the ankle after varicose vein surgery normal?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 12 answers
One week after varicose vein surgery I developed a golf ball size swelling on the inside of my ankle that is very sensitive to touch. Is this normal?
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My compression stockings are too tight, is there a way to stretch them out?
Compression Stockings - 10 answers
Unfortunately I bought a pair of compression stockings that are too tight. I have worn them already and can't return them at this point. Is there a way to stretch them them out?
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How long does it take for reduction of visible calf veins after VNUS?
VNUS - 10 answers
I had VNUS radio-frequency ablation (from knee to my groin) 2 weeks ago with a review scheduled in 4 weeks. The unsightly vein in my calf is now reduced, but is still about 30 percent the size it was previously...
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Side effects of drinking after EVLA?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 5 answers
What are the side effects of drinking alcohol after my evla?
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Can varicose veins twitch or pulsate?
Varicose Vein Home Treatments - 4 answers
I sometimes get vibrating or twitching sensations in my leg near where I have some varicose veins. Could this pulsating feeling be caused by the veins? Is it possible for veins to actually twitch?
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Two weeks after I had and ovarian vein embolization the pain is worse. Is this normal?
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Treatment - 4 answers
My radiologist put coils on the main left ovarian vein. He said the procedure was a success and that was the only varicose vein. I felt great after the procedure but then two weeks later the pain is worse. Why ...
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I have numbness after EVLT with phlebectomy, will this ever resolve?
EVLT - 9 answers
I had endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) with phlebectomy on the left leg 3 days ago. I now have numbness around my left ankle, on the left side of my foot, and running up the right side of my shin from the ankl...
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Is a blood clot in a gastronemius vein considered a DVT? Is it serious?
Compression Stockings - 9 answers
Should I be concerned about a blood clot in my gastronemius vein? Is this considered a deep vein thrombosis? Is this something I should be worried about? What should be done about it?
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When is swelling above the knee a concern?
Venous Reflux Exams - 6 answers
I have swelling above the left knee, which was noticed 3 months ago. I had an ultrasound that revealed no deep vein thrombosis (DVT), just vein reflux and stasis. I've been wearing compression stockings, but th...
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Can sclerotherapy have a rebound effect and not only cause more spider veins, but also make the treated ones more prominent?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 3 answers
I've had four rounds of sclerotherapy over the course of a year. Now they're much much worse, and there are new clusters of veins around the injection site. Is it possible sclerotherapy just doesn't work for m...
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Can you fly safely with a superficial vein?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 8 answers
Can you fly safely with a superficial vein? I had some bleeding under the skin and I'm taking antibiotics. I fly on Friday and have a surgical stocking to wear. Is this OK?
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Sharp stabbing pains in my leg!
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 4 answers
I have sharp stabbing pains in my leg. It's very painful and the Motrin did not help. I was in tears! This went on for a couple of days. The pain is on my right leg and my left leg isn't painful at all. What co...
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Is there a treatment for nerve damage after radiofrequency vein ablation?
Radiofrequency Occlusion - 2 answers
I had this procedure done 3 weeks ago, and I'm in constant pain, with burning and numbness feelings. I have tried pain rx and anti-inflammatories. Is there any treatment for this post op complication?
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Can the veins come back after the surgery?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 4 answers
If someone has had varicose vein surgery, can they come back? At any time? What are the odds of this?
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