VNUS Questions
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How long does it take for reduction of visible calf veins after VNUS?
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I had VNUS radio-frequency ablation (from knee to my groin) 2 weeks ago with a review scheduled in 4 weeks. The unsightly vein in my calf is now reduced, but is still about 30 percent the size it was previously...
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Are there long-term side effects or considerations in removing the saphenous vein?
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I am 34 years old and want to proceed with VNUS and phlebectomy as a treatment for saphenous vein reflux. I have unsightly red, blue, and brown spots and enlarged veins on my feet. Are there any long-term effec...
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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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Can significant weight loss eliminate the need of a VNUS procedure?
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It has been suggested by a vascular surgeon that I have CVI or venous reflux. She performed sclerotherapy yesterday on my ankle after a spider vein burst. She suggested that I may be a candidate for VNUS, but ...
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I now have 10 times the amount of blue veins down my outer legs after VNUS. Is this common and what is happening?
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I had vnus closure on both legs in July/August 2011. I recently increased my exercise to get my legs in shape. I now have dark blue veins appearing, getting worse by the minute down my entire outer thighs, back...
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Would a nurse practitioner be authorized to perform the VNUS procedure?
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I need to have the VNUS procedure done, and the doctor I was referred to said they have a nurse practitioner who does this VNUS procedure. Is that safe? Is that legal? I thought only physicians (MDs) were au...
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Is leg weakness normal after VNUS treatment?
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I had VNUS (Radio Frequency Ablation and Microphlebetomy) under general anesthesia on 5/17/2012. I am experiencing leg weakness and some pain which is causing me to walk with a limp. Recovery seems to be hard...
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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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Is leg swelling normal after the VNUS procedure?
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I had VNUS vein closure 3 days ago. I don't feel pain, but my leg is very swollen. Is this is normal? Also, I'm scheduled to do the other leg in a month. Can I skip the second session?
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VNUS closure didn't work?
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I had VNUS done a year ago. It doesn't seem like there is any difference in the appearance of my veins. They still bulge when I stand. My doctor says this is caused by new veins which developed after the surger...
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Is VNUS performed under general or local anesthesia?
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I need to undergo VNUS procedure on both saphenous veins and my doctor says that it can only be done under general anesthesia. I have read on this site and other that it is usually performed under local anesthe...
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Will not having the procudeure repeated result in potential problems?
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After three years an ultrasound revealed that the vein is leaking and will need to be redone. What exactly does leaking mean and what problems could arise if I elect not to have the procudure repeated?
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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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Had VNUS done and the same day I forgot and lifted a 15-20lb box. My left leg was still numb so there was no pain. How do I know if I damaged it?
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I have had no meds for 6 hours and woke up a bit stiff but no excruciating pain. I just want to know if I damaged it somehow by lifting? Thanks!
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Swollen ankles
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I had venous and foam treatment to both of my legs one week ago. Recovery is good although my thigh is very bruised and tender. However, my ankles appear swollen. Is this normal?
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Still numb to light touches after a year.
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It has been a year since my VNUS closure and I'm still numb to light touches on my ankle. I feel like it has gotten better, but is it safe to say I'm stuck like this forever? or could something be pushing on th...
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VNUS in Calf & Thigh?
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My doctor told me that I am one of the rare (5%) of patients needing VNUS treatment in the saphenous veins in both my thighs and calves, due to the insufficiencies shown in the duplex ultrasound. Can you tell m...
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PAD vs. ARTERIAL
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What is the difference between PAD & Arterial disease? If you have arterial disease & PAD should you wear compression stockings?
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Extreme aching in my calf and achilles tendon since having sclerotherapy
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I had VNUS done in April in my groin and in my calf. My leg healed I began to have aching and pain in the injection sights (groin and calf). I also have mysterious aching in my achilles tendon as well. I had an...
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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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