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Why am I seeing spider-like veins in my hip area and upper abdomen?
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I am 28 years old, healthy, fair-skinned and have an implant in my arm. I just noticed spider-type veins becoming visible in my hip area and they are spreading to my upper abdomen. Like I seriously can see all ... Read more
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... Read more
Can doctors diagnose "weak" potential varicosities, and treat them before they become visible? Why is laser treatment treated differently?
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Before veins become varicosed and looking unattractive (bulging, twisted, rope like), can doctors diagnose them on time and treat those vein before it happens? Would this mean for people who are predisposed to ... Read more
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. Read more
I had varicose vein treatment and was unable to find compression socks that would fit due to my weight. Should I be concerned?
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I had varicose vein treatment and was unable to find compression socks that would fit my legs due to my weight. My doctor said it was not safe for me to wear them if they were too tight. Do I need to be concern... Read more
Is long distance walking bad for varicose veins?
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Can long distance walking on hard surface (street pavement, cement) cause or speed up the process of development of new or existing varicose veins? If yes, what is the alternative? Should I use compression stoc... Read more
I have varicose veins on both legs. The unceasing pain in my leg often keeps me from sleeping. Is it time to see a doctor?
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I have varicose veins in both legs. One leg is more painful than the other. The left leg gives me constant pain. During my period the veins swell and are very painful. My right leg is worse with the protruding ... Read more
The veins on my legs bulge throughout the day, could it be an early sign of varicose veins?
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I am noticing some blue reticular veins on my legs over the past couple years. They are beginning to seem more noticeable to me. They are light blue- not dark blue/purple. More recently, I have a few straight v... Read more
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I'm 60 years old, is vein surgery something I can do?
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Am I too old for varicose vein surgery? Read more
I have 2 varicose veins and keep feeling a pinching/constant ache, could this be the sign of a blood clot?
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I am pregnant with my fourth child and have 2 varicose veins on my right lower pelvic. I keep feeling a pinch and constant ache. Could this be the sign of a blood clot? Read more

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