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Can a bilateral ovarian vein embolization cause irregular menstrual cycles?
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I have always had regular menstrual cycles, but ever since my ovarian vein embolization 7 weeks ago, my cycles have changed and are irregular. I had the procedure to treat pelvic congestion syndrome that I was ... Read more
I've been living with a painful leg vein for years but haven't been able to get a diagnosis, will the vein ever correct itself?
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I'm a 67 year old woman who has been living with daily pain from a leg vein. I haven't been able to get a diagnosis in 4 years. I have given up trying and am defeated, but I'm tired of living with the pain and ... Read more
Are May-Thurner syndrome and pelvic congestive syndrome linked?
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I have both syndromes and noticed more people are getting diagnosed with both. I also read that a lack of serotonin in the brain may cause vascular issues, and I also have OCD. Is this the case? Read more
I have relentless bloating, could this be pelvic congestion syndrome?
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I'm 55 years old. Five years ago I had a uterine ablation, and since then I haven't had a menstrual period. But, for many years, I've been dealing with relentless bloating. Could this be pelvic congestion syndr... Read more
Can a pelvic venogram affect my fertility?
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I have varicose veins at age 41. I had stripping on my leg and 15 years ago, the varicose veins returned.My vein doctor says I need a pelvic venogram before doing any laser vein removal, and thinks I have pelvi... Read more
Can May-Thurner Syndrome cause migraines?
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Can May-Thurner Syndrome cause migraines? Read more
Any advice for someone who has been diagnosed with PCS on the right side of the body?
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I recently had a laparoscopy done and was diagnosed with Pelvic Congestion Syndrome. I was told that it does not seem to be affecting any of my reproductive organs, but the congested veins are on the right side... Read more
Is it possible to have pelvic congestion at age 66?
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Last year I had surgery for Nutcracker Syndrome, and later had my left ovarian vein coiled due to symptoms of pelvic congestion. Now, I am experiencing identical pain/discomfort, but my new gynecologist says I... Read more
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What is the best treatment and prognosis for pelvic congestion syndrome?
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I have been suffering with severe symptoms which were diagnoised in the emergency room of a local hospital after a CT scan. Internet research is depressing. Please recommend next steps. Read more
Is it normal to have bloating after treatment for pelvic congestion syndrome?
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I had a bilateral ovarian vein embolization done 6 weeks ago. I've had so much bloating since my procedure. Is this from the embolization? When should it go away? Read more
What causes Venous Malformation?
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What causes a Venous Malformation (VM) to develop in the labia area at age 50? Do high or low levels of estrogen & progesterone cause the VM to get bigger? Will the VM shrink or get bigger during menopause? Can... Read more
I'm 20 weeks pregnant with #3 and wear a v2 supporter daily, but my symptoms are still worsening. What other compression devices are available?
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The veins are continuing to worsen and spread down my inner thigh and throughout my pelvic, buttocks, and groin region. What type of supports are available to use now in addition to the v2 supporter? Are there ... Read more
My CT scan shows pelvic congestion syndrome but my doc says the scan cannot be used to make the diagnosis, why is that?
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My CT scan shows pelvic congestion syndrome. However, my ob/gyn says that although the CT scan shows that, the scan cannot be used to diagnose the syndrome. Why is that? I have been experiencing pelvic/abdomina... Read more
I have just been diagnosed with pelvic congestion syndrome, will it get worse as I go through menopause? Will having a hysterectomy relieve my pain?
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I have been in pain for a long time and finally have a diagnosis for my pain. At 50 years old, I have been diagnosed with pelvic congestion syndrome. Will the condition get worse as I go through menopause? Will... Read more
Do you have information on the use/effectiveness of physical therapy with pelvic congestion syndrome?
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Do you have information on the use/effectiveness of physical therapy with pelvic congestion syndrome, which is cited on your website. I am having trouble finding information about this throughout the Internet. Read more
Who should I call to treat pelvic varicose veins?
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I called a few vascular surgeon offices and they sounded perplexed by my condition, and said they had no idea who I could call for help with my condition. My gynecologist diagnosed me via ultrasound. Is this ca... Read more
Does abdominal pain indicate pelvic congestion syndrome?
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After a total hysterectomy in 2001 for polysistic ovaries my doctor said I had pelvic congestion. After years of terrible pelvic lower abdominal and lower back pain, I had a CT scan. The doctor said the scan wa... Read more
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