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Chronic Venous Insufficiency Care Questions

I have extreme weakness and pain in my legs after VNUS closure and sclerotherapy. Was my femoral nerve severed? If so, what can be done?
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I'm a 46 yr old female who had bilateral VNUS closure and sclerotherapy on both legs in 2017. An EMG & nerve conduction study were done. Doc said worst case scenario my femoral nerve was severed. The testing sh... Read more
Can full pantyhose compression stockings cause stomach cramps, constipation, or any other side effects?
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My doctor prescribed compression stockings. I ordered the full pantyhose type. Are there any disadvantages to these? I seem to be experiencing stomach cramps and constipation. Read more
Should I wait until I stop birth control before getting vein ablation and stripping?
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I had vein ablation and stripping 6 years ago, then I got pregnant and developed varicose veins again. They seem to be getting worse since starting birth control 20 months ago. I’ve read some things about how... Read more
Can hemosiderin deposits be treated with lasers?
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Can hemosiderin deposits be treated with lasers? Read more

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