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Pain returned after EVLT/sclerotherapy, do you know what might be wrong?
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I had EVLT and it resolved most of my pain. Four weeks after I had foam sclerotherapy, my pain returned. Actually, it has worsened. One month post, I wear 30-40 mmHgstockings daily, but still I hurt SO much. I ... Read more
Can EVLT be done after vein stripping surgery?
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I had vein stripping surgery 11 years ago, but my feet have gotten worse. Is it safe to have an endovenous laser treatment after vein stripping surgery? Will I still have enough veins to support my legs? I am 4... Read more
Can an EVTL treatment cause my skin to peel?
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I had a procedure on my calf and after couple days my thigh began peeling. Is that normal? Read more
Seven weeks after EVLT I have pain and the area where vein was is now hard and tender. Could this be from exercising, or is this just normal?
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I had EVLT on my right leg 7 weeks ago and have been feeling normal for over 2 weeks now and then suddenly I have pain again and there is a hard/tender area where the vein was. It hurts to touch. Could this be ... Read more
My great saphenous vein is thrombosed 6 weeks after EVLT, what should I do? Why did this happen?
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I had EVLT on my great saphenous vein 6 weeks ago, but I still have pain along the lateral side of my leg. The discomfort tends to occur after standing, or when wearing compression stockings. The Doppler ultras... Read more
What should I do about my EVLT-related symptoms?
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Good day, I had EVLT on both legs one month ago. I have worn my stockings faithfully, but since the past 2 days my right leg is swollen from the knee down and it's painful to walk.I also have two bumps where th... Read more
On Wednesday, I had EVLT and phlebectomy on both legs. I am in a lot of pain in the top inner thighs when l stand. Is that normal?
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Is there anything I can do? I've taken Ibuprofen 400 mg, but would like other options. Read more
I have calf muscle pain and cramping in my calf 1 week after EVLT, ambulatory phlebectomy, and sclerotherapy. Is this normal?
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I had EVLT, ambulatory phlebectomy, and sclerotherapy in both legs over the course of 4 days last week. I was supposed to wear 2 stockings during the day & 1 at night, but my feet kept swelling so my Dr. has in... Read more
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I have gotten smaller spider veins in the last few years,though progressively uncomfortable they are not severe. Is an EVLT the right procedure?
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I was evaluated/approved for an EVLT procedure. I don't feel comfortable that this is the right procedure. My issue is one leg and is always worse in summer. I have gotten more smaller spider veins in the last... Read more
Is EVLT recommended for patients who have severe PAD?
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And might be the risks of EVLT for someone with peripheral artery disease (PAD)? Read more
I just had an endovenous laser treatment and now my doctor refuses to do sclerotherapy, should I consult with another specialist?
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I had an endovenous laser treatment on my left small saphenous vein (SSV), which was 6.1. My left great saphenous vein (GSV) is 2.3. I found the procedure to be extremely painful, so I decided not to have EVLT ... Read more
Why wait for microphlebectomy after EVLT?
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I clearly needed post-EVLT microphlebectomy or sclerotherapy. Why would I have to wait six months to be re-evaluated, when my legs clearly are not improved cosmetically? I feel that it should be done as soon a... Read more
Is it safe to resume weight lifting after EVLT?
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Is it ok to resume weight lifting after EVLT. Will weight lifting or any other intense activities contribute to varicose veins Read more
Is it normal to have progressive pain and tightness one week after endovenous laser treatment? ?
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One week after having endovenous laser ablation performed on my great saphenous vein, I am feeling a lot of pulling, stretching pain in my calf. The anterolateral thigh tributary varicosed vein is closing up, ... Read more
Is it normal for veins to be more painful and appear worse after EVLT?
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I had EVLT in January 2012 and I have seen a significant increase in the appearance of blue-green veins. They are much worse than prior to EVLT, but my doctor said this is unrelated. I also feel pain and a tug... Read more
Is an anesthetic given with every EVLT treatment?
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I've read on several sites that an anesthetic is applied or given before the insertion of the EVLT catheter. I have had three EVLT treatments and have not been given anesthetic, though I would have appreciated ... Read more
Post - EVLT 14 days
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Hi. I had a EVLT done 14 days ago by a reputable doctor that has performed hundreds of EVLT's. When I'm standing, it hurts/itches/burns/pulls along the GSV worse than it did before I had the procedure done. Wi... Read more
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