Endovenous Laser Ablation Questions
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Can bladder leakage be a side effect of endovenous laser ablation?
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I need EVLA, is it better to go to a group practice or an office with a single vascular surgeon?
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I recently had an evaluation performed on my left leg by a vascular surgeon who is the only specialist in the office. Across the hall, however, is a group practice that is dedicated to vein removal. Would I be ...
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What kind of anesthesia is used during EVLT?
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Is local, topical, or general anesthesia typically used during this procedure?
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How long does pain after EVLT last?
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I am just over 2 weeks post EVLT and still have pain. As long as I take an anti-inflammatory the pain subsides. Visually the inner thigh looks good. How much longer will the pain last?
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If something was seriously wrong after EVLA, would I know it?
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I had endovenous laser ablation to the great saphenous vein 4 months ago and still have some stinging/burning on a daily basis. It more so occurs when standing. If something was seriously wrong would I know it?...
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Can endovenous laser ablation techniques be used on any vein?
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Can endovenous laser ablation be used to treat multiple veins, or only the greater saphenous vein? Will it take care of varicose veins that are closer to my ankles?
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Lasers for perforators?
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Is it is possible for ablating perforators by endovenous lasers?
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Is the advice my doctor is giving me valid?
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One yr after saphenous vein ablation and phlebectomy below knee, an ultrasound shows areas of vein still open and many new small red veins at my knee. The Dr said leave alone and won't touch the other abnormal ...
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What kind of laser is used for endovenous laser ablation?
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The idea of a laser in my leg sounds a little scary. Is there a risk of getting burned during the procedure?
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I still have pain 7 months after an endovenous laser ablation, is this normal?
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I had a bilateral endovenous laser ablation almost 7 months ago and still have some numbness in one of the distal sites. More worrisome are the tender spots on the inside of my legs. It is quite tender to touch...
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Why am I having pain and aches present so long after endovenous laser treatment?
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I had slcerotherapy and an endovenous laser ablation on both my greater saphenous vein and lesser saphenous vein 7 months ago. Since then I have been more symptomatic and have continual aches/throbbing in one l...
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How much bleeding is expected after ELA?
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I just had Endovenous laser ablation and some of my bandages are blood soaked. Is this normal or is something wrong?
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I have bruising from an EVLT treatment from a year ago, is this normal?
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It's been a year since my surgery and I still have bruising. Does that mean it's permanent?
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I have pain after EVLT, is that normal?
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I had EVLT about 10 days ago , now I have a big knot on my inner thigh and when I touch it, it still hurts , I had a lot of pain the day after the surgery and I couldn't bend my leg. Is this normal?
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I have permanent cramping after having an endovenous laser ablation, what should I do?
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I had my greater saphenous and the vein around my calf closed a couple of years ago. Now, I get cramping that lasts for weeks after exercise. I've tried massaging the area, staying hydrated, and lowering my sod...
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Is it normal to develop a superficial blood clot after endovenous laser ablation?
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My saphenous vein was treated with endovenous laser ablation at the knee, is it normal to get a superficial clot? How long do they take to reabsorb? Can anything besides blood thinners speed the healing process...
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How long does it take for a wound and scar to heal post-endovenous laser ablation?
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I had a place on my leg that would profusely bleed before my endovenous laser ablation and phlebectomy. I was hoping that the scabbed area would go away, but it's been two weeks since my surgery and although it...
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How can I relieve the pain, tightness and pressure I'm experiencing after endovenous laser ablation and sclerotherapy?
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Six months ago I had a five-inch section of my great saphenous vein treated with sclerotherapy. The procedure was done above the knee. On the same leg, I also had endovenous laser ablation performed on the less...
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What happens to the Saphenous Vein below the knee after endovenous laser ablation?
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After the GSV is lasered shut above the knee, the section from the knee to the foot is sore and feels cord or tube-like. How does this pain resolve? Is the lower half of the vein absorbed as well?
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More varicose veins appeared after having endovenous laser ablation, is this normal? Can the surfacing varicose veins be related to the procedure?
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I am 28 years old and had endovenous laser ablation 4 months ago on both my long saphenous veins. For the past 2 months I have seen more veins appearing on the back of my thigh and feet. Is this normal? Can the...
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