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What do my venous results mean?
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I had a peripheral venous evaluation and the results were as follows: 1. No evidence of acute deep thrombosis on bilateral lower extremities 2. Deep vein valve reflux of the right common femoral vein 3. Sup... Read more
What is a low cost approach to spider veins?
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I'd like a low cost approach to dissolving spider veins. I've seen too physicians and their cost are quite different. I'd like to have the procedure this fall and one leg at a time. Read more
What can I do to get rid of my varicose veins?
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Why would a superficial clot dissolve, but not a deep vein clot?
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I have a deep vein clot and a superficial clot. The superficial clot is almost completely gone. I had another ultrasound at 6 months, and the doctor said nothing is dissolving with the deep vein. Why wouldn'... Read more
I have spider veins that hurt.
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I have spider veins on my legs and they really hurt to the touch. Can that be dangerous to my health? Read more
What causes a vein to swell, then return to normal after an hour or so? Also, a red bruise was left behind after the incident and it won't go away.
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I had a vein by the side of my left knee suddenly become swollen and itchy. It subsided after an hour or so, but only part of the bruise left behind is healing. The other half is still a deep red/purple, and ... Read more
What are necessary steps to get rid of varicose veins?
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I have varicose veins in my calves and would like to get rid of them but I don't know where to start. So what can I do about them? How do I know if I need surgery, are they dangerous? Read more
Cosmetic home treatments?
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Is there any product on the market or recommendation regarding temporary cosmetic coverage (e.g., cosmetic makeup, lotions, etc.)or some type of home treatment that will temporarily cover up spider veins? Read more
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Is pain with superficial venous thrombosis normal?
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I just had an ultrasound done and the results were superficial thrombosis. They gave me loveknox, which really helped. All the red is gone, but now my leg is hurting badly in my groan area. Can this be from the... Read more
My mother-in-law has a varicose vein that is causing her heel to bleed. Can she still wear compression stockings?
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My mother-in-law has a varicose vein that is causing her heel to bleed. Can she still wear compression stockings? Read more
While I wait for my compression stockings, is it helpful to elevate my leg?
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I have a mild/moderate varicose vein in my left thigh. The doctor has recommended 20-30 mmhg compression hose. I work on my feet (4-6 hr shifts). Until I can get properly fitted stockings is it helpful to eleva... Read more
Based on the results of my Doppler test, which form of treatment would you recommend?
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I'm a 71-year-old male. The details of my results are as follows: Referred In Sample RADIOLOGY Single lower/upper limb Venous Doppler RIGHT LOWER LIMB VENOUS DOPPLER Superficial veins: There are multi... Read more
Do pregnancy-related varicose veins go away after the baby is born?
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I’m 37 y/o and 32 weeks into my 3rd pregnancy. I have a varicose vein running from the top of my right thigh, down past my knee, and it seems to have leaked over my lower leg. The vein is purple and bulgy at ... Read more

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