Varicose Vein Treatment Questions
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Which compression stockings should be worn during weight lifting if you have varicose veins in the lower and upper legs?
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I have varicose veins in my upper and lower legs. For this, I've been prescribed medical compression stockings that go up to the butt. They seem to be the best option, but they are not made for exercising. Now,...
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I have a bluish lump on my right buttocks that sits right next to the seam of my underwear & about 2-3 inches to the side of my vaginal opening. Why?
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It is about an inch above where the fold of your leg and buttocks meet. During the last month it has been bothering me to sit and is sensitive to the touch. It seems to be bulging out more and more. I've had th...
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Can venous reflux go away on its own?
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I went to doctor last year and Doppler showed reflux in my left AAGSV. I wore compression hose but opted to wait to have EVLT. I went back to the doctor recently (a year later) and he did Doppler again. This ti...
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I developed spider and varicose veins during my second pregnancy extending from top of foot to vaginal area. Is this normal?
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The painful varicose veins are only on the left side.
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I am 48 years old. I have high blood pressure and some bulging varicose veins. Am I at risk of developing blood clots?
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I have pain in my ankle and a pinching feeling due to my varicose veins. Should I be concerned?
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I am a 36-year-old female (suboxone patient; 6 live births). I have had a pain outside my left ankle below where the bone is for 2 weeks, and I also have a feeling of being pinched. I'm worried because, althoug...
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Can a varicose vein near the penis cause erectile dysfunction and is there any solution for this other than Viagra or other medications?
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My husband started having issues with ED back in April. He could get an erection easily but it would not last. His doctor felt a mass near his testicle and thought it might be testicular cancer, so he sent him ...
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Are my birth control pills causing my vein problems? What should I do?
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Im a 23 year old female.I started taking birth control pills one year ago, and now my veins are popping up all over my legs. My legs are botchy and red too. My left leg has the most prominent veins, but only on...
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Can I release a blood clot by massaging my leg that has varicose and spider veins?
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Can massaging my legs that have varicose veins and spider veins release a blood clot to my lungs or heart?
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How can I remove bulging veins in my arms?
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I have veins in my forearms that are highly visible. They look really bad. I saw a vein specialist and they said that the veins are not bad and I don't need any treatments. I am 28. These veins make me sad. Wha...
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What size and compression will the hose need to be after sclerotherapy treatment?
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Is it normal to have varicose veins at age 17? How are they treated?
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I'm 17 years old and have varicose veins on my left leg. I feel like I've been doomed with ugly legs before I've even had a chance to hit my prime! Are varicose veins normal at this age? How are they treated?
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Could pelvic congestion syndrome be causing my peripheral neuropathy?
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I have small blood clots in my superficial veins, along the course of my varicose veins. No DVT. Is it safe to fly?
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I'm allergic to NSAIDS and so can't take them obviously to help with the clots. The flight is over 12 hours and I'm very concerned since the doctors here have not given me any advice. I have compression socks b...
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My legs itch after removing my compression stockings. What brand of moisturizer/cream should I use to alleviate the itch?
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How soon after VNUS closure procedure can I get pregnant?
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It would my be first pregnancy. I am having six veins ablated a couple months apart. I am 33 years old.
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Why do I have severe bulging veins in both feet and ankles five months after vein treatment?
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In May 2016 I had my right great saphenous Vein ablated. In January 2017 I had a few varicose veins removed with stab phlebectomy. Around November 2016 I noticed sudden bulging of veins in my feet and ankles. ...
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My daughter has varicose veins all over above her hips in web like patterns and above the pubic area. What is this? She is only 10!
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The marks are reddish purple. Some bluish. What could cause this so early in her life?
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I have small varicose veins behind my legs. Can they disappear with laser treatment?
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