Endovenous Laser Ablation Questions
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Is endovenous laser ablation more painful than radiofrequency occlusion?
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I've heard that ELA hurts more than RO. Is this true? They sound like sort of the same thing; why would one hurt more than the other?
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Why do I need to wait two weeks after EVLA to begin lifting heavy weights?
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I understand that I should't be working out my legs (squats, etc.), but how would working my upper body have any affect on the success of the endovenous laser ablation? Does it have anything to do with increas...
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Could I possibly have a blood clot after vein laser surgery? Is that common?
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My doctor went in two inches below the knee and now the inner back side of my knee to the entry site hurts. It's red and swollen and I can't fully extend or bend leg at the knee. Surgery was two weeks ago. Is t...
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How safe is endovenous laser ablation for a person aged 92?
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My father has ulcers on his legs. He has had several over the past years that are very difficult to heal. His legs are brown in color and very swollen. The doctor wants to do Endovenous Laser Ablation (ELA) on ...
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Why do I need to wear eye protection during Endovenous Laser Ablation?
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They're treating the veins on my legs, nowhere near my face. I have severe claustrophobia and am hoping they can treat me without my needing to wear anything on my face.
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Sclerotherapy post ELA
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I had endovenous laser ablation of saphenous vein, and now I'm told I need 3 sclerotherapy sessions. is this so? only one is covered by my insurance. I was told that only having 1 could be harmfull, is this tr...
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I had endovenous laser ablation 3 months ago but still have groin pain and some numbness after exercising, should I be concerned?
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I had endovenous laser ablation 3 months ago but still have groin pain after I exercise. In addition, I also occasionally have a heavy or numb feeling in the leg. It goes away 1-2 days after the exercise that t...
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Dimpling after EVLT
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I noticed a large dimple on my leg after deep EVLT. Is this common and will it go away? The Dr. had a difficult time with the vein because it was so deep, and he struggled getting me numb. I bruised severely.
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My right and left SFJ, GSV and SSV has a mild insufficiency at 1 sec and measures 4-5mm. No discomfort noted. Do I need a VNUS closure?
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My cardiologist did the ultrasound last week after it was noted that I have a scarcely visible varicose vein on my right leg near the calf, and sometimes witness a cramp in the calf. No other symptoms. No DVT. ...
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Can I weight train after a leg ablation?
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I had a venous ablation in my left leg 1 week ago. My doctor said I can return to working out now, which includes weights, but should I be worried about reopening the vein? And are abdominal exercises and Pilat...
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Is it OK to have endovenous laser ablation during your menstrual cycle?
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Is it OK to have endovenous laser ablation during your menstrual cycle?
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EVT after varicose vein surgery
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I had varicose vein surgery (ligation and stripping) 10 years ago. My problems came back and I've had many rounds of sclerotherapy. Now my doctor recommends EVT. Is that OK?
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I will have a surgery to repair my torn meniscus, how long after the procedure can I have EVLT?
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I had vein stripping 10 years ago. I have venous insufficiency and stasis dermatitis. I wear compression hose. I will have orthoscopic surgery for a torn meniscus in March. How long should I wait for EVLT?
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I have extensive bruising and discoloration after vein ablation almost 2 weeks ago. How long before it disappears?
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The left leg went well, but the right leg was a nightmare since I was very suddenly diagnosed with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura while receiving vein treatment. The ITP caused me to have a very heavy and ...
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Is it safe to do Pilates after having the endovenous laser ablation procedure?
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I take an one-hour Pilates class on Tuesdays, and have been for 5 years. I like this form of exercise because it supports my back. I'm 5 days out from an endovenous laser ablation procedure. Is it safe to start...
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I have a painful lump in my inner thigh after endovenous laser. Will a warm compress help?
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Can't take aspirin or anti-inflammatory medication due to esophageal bleeding.
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The leg that was treated with endovenous laser ablation falls asleep soon after sitting down, is this normal?
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I am two weeks out from endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) and have had several complications that my physician has seen me for. A blood clot was ruled out but now the leg that had the procedure falls asleep very...
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Will lifting my children after endovenous laser ablation cause damage?
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I had laser ablation performed on one leg 5 days ago. My partner is due to go back to work tomorrow and we have 2 toddlers. My question is, could I do damage by lifting my kids? I can avoid lifting my 3-year-ol...
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Should I wait to have Endovenous Laser Ablation until I'm finished having kids?
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I have varicose veins that get worse when I'm pregnant. I want to have endovenous ablation, but should I wait until I'm finished having children (my husband and I want at least one more)?
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Is it safe to have endovenous laser ablation and foam sclerotherapy on the same leg on the same day?
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Is it safe to have endovenous laser ablation and foam sclerotherapy on the same leg on the same day?
Do two procedures carry more risk if carried out on the same day?
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