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How long should you wear your compression socks a day?
Compression Stockings - 7 answers
And should you be physically active while wearing the crompression socks?
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Can I sleep with compression stockings on?
Compression Stockings - 15 answers
I am 21 weeks pregnant and my whole leg and feet really hurt. I only have knee-length compression hose. Can I sleep with them on?
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My compression socks make my legs hurt more and they become swollen when I wear them. Is that normal?
Compression Stockings - 13 answers
How big of a size do compression stockings come in?
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I had knee surgery, and was wondering when can I stop wearing my compression socks?
Compression Stockings - 10 answers
I got knee surgery and have been wearin the socks for 3 weeks with some rests a day. I walk on my leg so blood circulates and crutches help me in public. Is it safe to not wear the stockings at all anymore? I j...
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Why are my legs so itchy after I take off my compression stockings?
Compression Stockings - 12 answers
I wear compression stockings for varicose veins during my pregnancy. They ease the pain and tiredness, but my legs get so itchy sometimes - especially after I take my stockings off. What can i do to prevent the...
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Should someone with a blood clot wear compression stockings?
Compression Stockings - 13 answers
I was wondering if someone who already has a clot wore compression stockings, would it be safe? Might this dislodge the clot? I only just learned about compression stockings and I'm not sure of these details.
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Should I wear compression stockings at night?
Compression Stockings - 7 answers
I had the procedure this morning and wore the compression stockings all day but I can't remember if the Dr. said to wear them when I sleep?
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Is it ok to wear compression stockings on the plane?
Compression Stockings - 11 answers
Do you recommend wearing compression stockings on long flights? I have two flights: one 8 hours with a break of 12 hours and continuing another 12 hours after. I have store bought knee highs and thigh highs. An...
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Are the green veins that I have throughout my body normal?
Sclerotherapy - 12 answers
I have a lot of green veins on my legs, calves, even my arms and other parts of my body. Are those on my legs reticular veins, or could they be normal veins? They are very obvious. I never had them until my pre...
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How long does it take to see spider veins vanish after Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy - 11 answers
How long does it take to see spider veins vanish after Sclerotherapy? Is there any hope the veins will disappear after more time has gone by?
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I have pain after EVLT, is that normal?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 10 answers
I had EVLT about 10 days ago , now I have a big knot on my inner thigh and when I touch it, it still hurts , I had a lot of pain the day after the surgery and I couldn't bend my leg. Is this normal?
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Can dehydration cause bulging hand veins?
General - 7 answers
I have pertruding veins on the top of my hands. I have not been drinking enough water. Can dehydration be the cause of my bulging hand veins? What about caffeine?
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Is there a varicose vein penis treatment?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 8 answers
I am 21 years old and recently I have developed a varicose vein on my penis. The vein gives me slight discomfort. I am not sexually active. How can I fix this vein? Is there any medication or procedure which ca...
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The veins in my hands bulge when my hands are down, but go flat when I raise them up. What causes that?
Vein Treatments - 10 answers
I am 63 and work out 3 times a week, on the elliptical and also do weight training. Am taking a Tai Chi class once a week as well as a Yoga class.
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What complications are involved with Endovenous Laser Ablation?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 8 answers
If I have had large vessels such as the saphenous closed, is there chance of circulatory problems later on?
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Why is it necessary to wear Compression Stockings after Sclerotherapy?
Sclerotherapy - 10 answers
Why is it necessary to wear Compression Stockings after Sclerotherapy?
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Is it better to get full-length compression stockings or knee-highs?
Compression Stockings - 9 answers
The knee highs are so much more comfortable. Are they effective enough?
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Is wearing compression stockings during pregnancy safe?
Compression Stockings - 9 answers
I'm wondering if the pressure from compression stockings can harm the fetus?
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