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Which job is suitable after endovenous laser treatment, sitting or standing?
EVLT - 1 answer
Which job is suitable after EVLT, sitting or standing?
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How can I speed up recovery after endovenous laser ablation?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 1 answer
I had endovenous laser ablation 1 week ago. I have a good amount of pain in the groin area—sore pulling and burning. I have worn compression stockings regularly, only taking them off for showering and sleep a...
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I had ELA 4 days ago and have developed severe bruising at the top of my thigh. The bruise is about 5 inches across and very dark. Is this a concern?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 1 answer
I had endovenous laser ablation 4 days ago and have developed severe bruising at the top of my thigh. The bruise is about 5 inches across and very dark. This is the second time I've had this treatment and after...
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It's been 4 days since my sclerotherapy treatment and I'm very bruised and red. Is this normal?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
It's been 4 days since my sclerotherapy treatment and I'm very bruised. There's also a lot of redness spreading on my legs. Is this normal? When will it go away or get better?
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A few bulging branch veins persist after left GSV ablation ~4 weeks ago. Will using varicose vein cream help with these veins?
VenaSeal - 2 answers
A few bulging branch veins persist after left GSV ablation ~4 weeks ago. Will using varicose vein cream help with these veins?
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How can I find a competent, qualified doctor to treat a few blue facial veins with sclerotherapy?
Facial Vein Treatment - 1 answer
I'm looking for a competent, qualified doctor to treat a few blue facial veins with sclerotherapy, near Chicago is preferred but can travel. The Plastic Surgeon who performed a lower facelift does not feel comf...
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What is the best treatment for incompetent bilateral sapheno-femoral junctions?
Asclera - 1 answer
What is the best treatment for incompetent bilateral sapheno-femoral junctions?
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Can under-the-knee compression stockings cause hip muscle pain?
Compression Stockings - 1 answer
I wore under-the-knee compression stockings for about a year. I had pain and soreness in my hip muscles, especially the left side, during use. I went through physiotherapy treatment and the pain got better. I d...
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Does wearing the same pair of compression socks daily cause them to lose their effectiveness over time?
Compression Stockings - 1 answer
I went from receiving 3 pairs of compression socks per month to one. I think one pair per month is unsatisfactory. I am disabled and had an open ulcer on my right shin for two years before a specialist prescrib...
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Is it normal to have swelling from foot to upper thigh after laser vein treatment?
Laser Vein Treatment - 1 answer
I'm 42 yr old male who had a laser vein treatment for my right leg last week. I am experiencing swelling from my upper thigh to my foot. Is it normal? When can I expect the swelling to go away? Can ultrasound t...
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Before having radiofrequency ablation, my doctor asked if I've been on antibiotics. What's the reason for this question?
Radiofrequency Ablation - 1 answer
Before having radiofrequency ablation, my doctor asked if I've been on antibiotics. What's the reason for this question?
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I have venous regurgitation and currently wear 15-20 mmHg moderate compression. Today my legs are tingly, numb, and they throb. What's going on?
Compression Stockings - 1 answer
I have venous regurgitation and currently wear 15-20 mmHg moderate compression. Today my legs are tingly, numb, and they throb. I haven't experienced issues with until now. What's going on?
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I am a certified fitter for compression stockings. Are there specific guidelines of what must be noted on a prescription for compression stockings?
Compression Stockings - 2 answers
If a doctor writes compression stockings and doesn't specify whether they should be calf, thigh or pantyhose height, do I give the patient whatever he'll be most compliant with? Or, do I need to ask the doctor ...
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Can compression socks help with permanent nerve damage?
Leg Pain Treatment - 2 answers
I fractured my tibia in 2013 and was misdiagnosed by my college trainers. I ran on it for 6 months. I was a D1 college runner so the mileage was higher than an average runner—around 80-95 miles per week. The ...
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Will the increased blood flow from varicose vein removal cause fibroids to grow?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 3 answers
I had varicose veins removed 3 months ago through endovenous laser treatment and sclerotherapy. Suddenly, I began to develop fibroids. Could there be a connection?
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Can varicose veins feel worse right before your menstrual cycle?
Varicose Vein Treatment - 4 answers
I have varicose veins. Right before my menstrual cycle, my legs get extremely heavy and tingly, and they throb.
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Is it normal to have swelling near the groin after endovenous laser treatment?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 1 answer
Is it normal to have swelling near the groin after endovenous laser treatment?
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I have toe pain after wearing my compression socks backward. Should I be worried?
Compression Stockings - 1 answer
I put on open-toe compression socks last night in the dark not realizing they were on backward. The toe pain woke me up. Should I be worried?
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Is it OK to have endovenous laser ablation during your menstrual cycle?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 1 answer
Is it OK to have endovenous laser ablation during your menstrual cycle?
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Which treatment is better for spider veins, laser or Veinwave?
Spider Vein Treatment - 1 answer
I have a few patches of spider veins on both legs. Some are purple and the others are red. What is the difference between laser and Veinwave treatment as it relates to the clearance of spider veins, pain, and t...
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