VNUS Questions
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One year after VNUS treatment, injections?
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My earlier question was regarding the ankle numbness I am still experiencing when I touch it. I went to a new provider, and they want to do sclerotherapy on the cluster of spider veins on my ankle where it's nu...
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Nausea after procedure normal after VNUS closure procedure?
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I just had the VNUS closure procedure this AM. Is it normal to feel nauseated and just a little light headed since the procedure?
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Next Step When VNUS Has Failed?
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I had VNUS on the greater saphenous veins in both legs 3 months ago. Ultrasound shows that both veins closed. However, I've had no pain reduction. One leg looks identical to how it looked before the procedure &...
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Is VNUS with removal of the saphenous vein and phlebectomy safe in someone with Raynauds?
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I have Raynaud's phenomenon, which has been deemed unlikely to be associated with other conditions. I am going to have my saphenous vein removed followed by phlebectomy to treat venous insufficiency. Is this sa...
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What would cause discoloration after a VNUS closure?
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I had the VNUS procedure performed almost a week ago on one leg. Already I have a reddish-brown discoloration spreading on the front/inside of my calf. It's different from the bruising that is near my incision....
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Can vomiting reopen a closed vein?
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A day after having radiofrequency ablation of the greater saphenous vein in my left leg, I became ill and vomited. I heard that vomiting can reopen the closed vein. It wasn't excessive, but is this something th...
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Can drinking alcohol affect the VNUS closure procedure?
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If I drink alcohol on a nightly basis post-procedure, will it affect the outcome and success of the VNUS closure procedure?
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Can abdominal exercises reopen a closed vein after ten days?
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I had the VNUS closure procedure on the greater saphenous vein of my left leg. After a week, an ultrasound confirmed the vein was closed. My doctor said that I could resume all activities and exercises. Is this...
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Is it normal for compression stockings to cause pain after the VNUS closure procedure?
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My doctor told me to wear knee-high compression socks post-VNUS closure of my greater saphenous vein. My leg hurts much more when I wear them, especially in the thigh area. The socks are fitting properly and ar...
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Is it normal to have swelling 5 weeks after the VNUS closure procedure?
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I had the VNUS closure procedure done on both legs about 5 weeks ago and followed up with sclerotherapy approximately 3 weeks ago. Now I am having severe swelling in my left ankle, like it was before the proced...
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Why hasn't my varicose vein disappeared after 3 weeks?
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I had the Venefit treatment done 3 1/2 weeks ago. My swollen varicose vein has not gone down at all. If the swelling has not gone down does it mean the swelling won't go away? Will wearing my compression stocki...
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I have an open blister and fluid leakage 1 week after VNUS surgery, is this normal? What should I do?
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I had VNUS surgery 8 days ago and really haven't had any problems until yesterday. I removed the butterfly closers and noticed the pathway of the vein, which had been red and rigid. Also, there is now an open ...
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Why did I encounter so much pain during the VNUS closure procedure?
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I had a VNUS procedure yesterday. No pain and just mild discomfort afterwards. But, I had excruciating pain during the procedure. Had two Valium and two Vicodin prior to the procedure but was quite alert until ...
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I had the VNUS closure procedure 2 wks ago on my left leg, but now I'm being advised to treat the right leg. Should I proceed or wait?
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I had the VNUS closure procedure 2 weeks ago on left leg for reflux 4.4 sec. Now, I'm being advised to have the right leg treated even though the reflux is only 0.6 sec. The 0.6 sec reflux in right leg is above...
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Can veins reopen after VNUS closure?
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I just had vein closure on 2 perferrators. I went in for my two-day follow up and was told the veins have reopened. Why? Could there have been an error on the part of my treating physician. I just can't underst...
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Should I be concerned about bruising on hip and buttocks?
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I had one vein in my left thigh treated three days ago, and I'm due for a second in two days. I just noticed a few small, very dark bruises on my left hip and buttock. Any relationship to closure? Should I be c...
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I had VNUS on my right leg yesterday and everything was fine until last night I started having sharp stabbing pain around the foot and ankle.
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The pain started on the top of my foot but has now moved to my Achilles tendon area. The pain stops when I stand up for a while but when I lay down with my leg on a pillow like I was told to do the pain returns...
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Are bubbling and bleeding normal after VNUS closure?
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I just had VNUS a week ago. I had redness and warmth in my calf, so I went to my doctor. I was told that I have inflammation and should rest and take antibiotics and steroid cream. A couple of days later, thou...
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How long before I can swim and travel by plane after the VNUS procedure?
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I have swam & used hot saunas almost every day for 30 years, so much so that my body has gotten used to it. I also exercise. How long before I can safely return to my routine? Also, how long after the procedure...
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