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Is it normal to have bleeding in my calf after EVLA with phlebectomy?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 1 answer
I had endovenous laser ablation with phlebectomy almost 3 weeks ago. I now have bleeding in my calf from where one of the staples was removed. The blood soaks the Bandaid after only a couple of hours. Is this n...
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After varicose vein surgery, is it normal to have a non-healing wound that discharges watery/yellow fluid?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 1 answer
Since having varicose vein surgery 3 weeks ago, I have a partially open wound that won't heal and continually discharges a watery/yellowy fluid. This fluid has been discharging for the last seven days and does ...
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How long after EVLT should I be taking ibuprofen?
EVLT - 3 answers
I’m a little over a week post-EVLT and I’m not sure how long I should be taking ibuprofen. Much of the initial pain subsided but I still feel like I need it. How long can I safely continue ibuprofen?
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Do I need an ultrasound of the bulging vein in the front of my hand?
Hand Vein Treatment - 2 answers
I have a bulging vein on the top of my hand. Would you recommend an ultrasound?
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What should I do if my compression stockings cause pain upon application and don't help my symptoms?
Compression Stockings - 3 answers
I am a female truck driver who just had surgery on her meniscus. I have lots of swelling in feet and legs. My doctor prescribed compression hose to see if they will help. The thing is it hurts so bad to roll th...
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When is intervention offered for symptomatic legs? At what point physically would I know I have reflux?
Compression Stockings - 2 answers
I was wearing 20-30mmHg knee-high compression for 6 mos but my symptoms were getting worse. I experience swelling, tingling, cramping, and difficulty standing or sitting for periods of time. I’m now wearing 2...
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What causes prominent veins to appear across the whole body?
Vein Treatments - 2 answers
My veins have become more prominent across my whole body. First, it started across my chest and breasts, then my feet and legs, then the sides of my hips (near my stomach). Now this morning, my arms, wrists, an...
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My veins hurt pretty bad. Should I get them checked?
Varicose Vein Treatment - 2 answers
My leg veins hurt every night. I'm underweight. Should I get them checked out? What affordable options should I consider? I have a disabled child that has had 2 transplants. We're on her second one, with day 60...
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I had EVLT and will be resuming exercise soon. Should I wear my compression stockings while working out?
EVLT - 1 answer
I am almost a week post-EVLT and will be resuming exercise soon. Should I wear my compression stockings while working out? Also, are there any things I should be aware of prior to working out?
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Why are my veins still huge after EVLT?
EVLT - 5 answers
I had EVLT in April of this year. I still have huge varicose veins. They are not painful anymore but I was under the impression my legs would look better cosmetically.
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How can I get custom-made hose? Does my doctor need to make a prescription or referral?
Chronic Venous Insufficiency Care - 2 answers
I cannot find a brand compression hose for chronic edema in feet and ankles. They all make painful sausage links. My vein specialist says this ankle restriction is not harmful, but compression is so painful. I ...
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Is it typical for a doctor to advise a patient with severe varicose veins not to work?
Varicose Vein Treatment - 1 answer
Also, what are common treatment methods used for a 38-year-old female who is pregnant and has been suffering from varicose veins for most of her adult life? What would the prognosis be? Would she have the abili...
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What kind of compression garment should be worn after hip surgery?
Compression Stockings - 1 answer
My sister-in-law is having hip replacement surgery on her left hip in Mexico and was told that she needed to purchase compression stockings, that they didn't have her size available. What kind should she purcha...
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Is it normal to have varicose veins at age 17? How are they treated?
Varicose Vein Treatment - 3 answers
I'm 17 years old and have varicose veins on my left leg. I feel like I've been doomed with ugly legs before I've even had a chance to hit my prime! Are varicose veins normal at this age? How are they treated?
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How are compression stockings supposed to feel on and when should they be taken off?
Compression Stockings - 1 answer
I just recently started wearing 20-30mmHg compression stockings. The last 2 times when I took them off, my legs hurt more and the bulges returned. How do I know they fit correctly and whether they are helping m...
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The vein specialist I saw for my varicose veins wants to charge $2,500 per vein. Is this a rip-off?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 4 answers
The vein specialist I saw for my varicose veins wants to charge $2,500 per vein. It seems like a rip-off. Also, I’m 36 and was thinking of having lipo and a breast augmentation, but I’m afraid that because ...
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Will new veins formed after foam sclerotherapy disappear?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
I'm a 20-year-old female. I had a laser treatment done on deep veins, then sclerotherapy on spider veins on my calf. It's been 3 weeks and I now have new red spider veins on the top and side of my shin. The ori...
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Should I consider VenaSeal if I've been diagnosed with superficial and deep varicose veins?
VenaSeal - 1 answer
I'm a 32-year-old male with a family history of varicose veins and a recent diagnosis of superficial and deep varicose veins. I've purchased compression socks and have no problem wearing them, but I do want to ...
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One week after EVLT, I have visible bulges on my left leg. Is this normal?
EVLT - 1 answer
One week after EVLT, I have visible bulges on my left leg. Is this normal?
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I have to wear very tight compression bandages plus compression stockings for one week, then just the stockings for another week. Is this right?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
The veins I had treated were the entire length of both legs and had to have large volumes of strong solution. However, I can hardly walk as the bandages are so tight.
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