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Swollen ankle before EVLT procedure, will it go away?
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My ankle was swollen for quite some time before I had the EVLT procedure a few days ago. My doctor said he thought it was swollen due to the incompetence of my saphenous vein. If that's true, how long should it...
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Is it OK to perform EVLA on a GSV with an old thrombus?
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I have an old thrombus (>10month) in my great saphenous vein. Is it OK to have endovenous laser treatment?
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I had EVLT on each leg and my ankle is swelling.
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I had EVLT on the GSV and LSV in each leg. I have pitting edema in my ankles and feet- I'm 3 months post procedures, and never had any swelling before procedures. I was told I needed this EVLT before I could...
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I am getting mixed information from two reputed physicians, who should I trust more?
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I am a 25-year-old male who has been diagnosed with varicose veins in my both legs. I went to two reputed radiologists in my town and as per their reports, all my junctions are competent except one incompetent ...
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Sharp pain along vein path.
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I had an EVLT procedure 16 days ago & the last 2 days I have a sharp, intermittent pain goes from the insertion site to groin area along the vein path. It only happens when I'm not wearing the compression hose....
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What can I do about my problematic veins?
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Three months after endoveous laser ablation surgery on my leg, the veins are still prominent and lumpy. A scan was done and it revealed that they are still there. In addition to the veins still being present, I...
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I'm breastfeeding and planning to undergo EVLT. where will they use xylocaine and sodium bicarbonate? How long do I need to pump and dump my milk?
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I have breastfed my other kids for 17 and 19 months and don't want to wait another year and half suffering. Thank you.
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Is having three EVLTs scheduled for three days in a row safe?
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They are each around midday to have a 24-hour gap. But should I wait longer than that?
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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...
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Which procedure works better on varicose veins, sclerotherapy or EVLT?
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When should one of these procedures NOT be done on veins?
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Is there any website that will give me insight on my doctor?
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I went to a doctor for endovenous laser treatment. The area he treated actually looks worse than before. Is there any website that will give me insight on my doctor? I wander what type of reviews he's gotten an...
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Is it normal that my vein is showing from the top of my thigh to my knee? The vein is also very hard and sore to touch.
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I had endovenous laser treatment. Is it normal, a week and a half after the procedure, for my vein to show from the top of my thigh to my knee. The vein is also very hard and sore to touch.
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I've had stabbing pains since my EVLT over a year ago. What can I do?
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I had EVLT on my greater saphenous vein over a year ago. Ever since, I have had stabbing pains along the removed vein, inside my leg. It usually occurs when I am standing or walking, but not always. Some days t...
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It appears that a branch is trying to re-open the vein. Should EVLT be used on the branch or sclerotherapy?
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At two weeks post-EVLT for insufficiency, a branch off the GSV was documented by ultrasound and my description of pulsing pain. The branch is on the inner thigh, about two inches above the knee. It feels like i...
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Will EVLT eliminate the veins on the bottom of my legs?
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I am 34 years old male and have bulging varicose veins on the bottom of my legs. I went to see a vein specialist and he recommended EVLT. The EVLT will be done on the upper part of my leg only, up to the knee. ...
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Is pain and discomfort after EVLT normal ten months later?
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I had EVLT in April of 2017. It has been 10 months and I feel like I am worse off now than before the procedure. My heel aches and is numb, mostly after being on my feet all day. My calf throbs and aches most o...
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Intense pain righr after EVLT.
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I had evlt earlier today and I'm now experiencing pretty intense pain on my inner thigh to the point where I am limping and close to tears. This is coming from someone who has had past instances of stitches, br...
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Can I get phlebectomy for surface blue veins?
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I had EVLT done on both legs 6 months ago and stab on the back of my calves for varicose bulging. Now I noticed superficial blue veins on the tops of my thighs and calves. Can I get phlebectomy for these or sh...
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I'm in a lot of pain after a failed EVLT attempt, what should I do?
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It's been 5 days since an attempted EVLT on my R leg. Dr. spent 1+ hrs trying to thread the initial wire thru the vein but was unsuccessful - it was very painful.Now my leg is really sore and hard to move. Dr ...
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