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My husband started having issues with ED back in April. He could get an erection easily but it would not last. His doctor felt a mass near his testicle and thought it might be testicular cancer, so he sent him to get a CT scan. The apparent result was not cancer but a varicose vein that the doctor determined was causing the ED. He told him the solution would be to take Viagra for the rest of his life and that surgery wasn't feasible. Seems like he should get a second opinion.

I'm an RN. Two nights ago my compression stockings (Dr. Schools knee-high) were way too tight around the calf. I have throbbing calf pain when I get up to walk, when I stand, and when I elevate my leg. I'm limping. My legs are typically swollen but the right is so sore and numb when elevated. No warmth or redness. Ibuprofen 800mg and Alleve no relief. Is this a DVT? Bakers cyst? Has not improved since onset, which was within 2 hours of application. Leg is not discolored. Obese, FM hx DVT

I had surgery about 25 years ago. Within the last 6-7 years I’ve had a small bump on my ankle and some pain. My primary physician thought it might be a bone spur. It is a clip and causing my a lot of pain. I want it out. How is that done? I need advice. Thanks.

I had my veins stripped approx. 15 yrs ago and have had ongoing sclerotherapy, mainly below the knee. I wear compression stockings as much as possible but not consistently. Thanks for any advice you can provide!

Vein doctor said there was no reflux and there was nothing to operate. Rheumatologist said I had no rheumatic problem. Plus, when I stand, the skin on my feet turns red and is itching and burning to the point I cant stand it. Compression stockings help but I feel I am too young (33) to wear them for the rest of my life.

I have lymphedema that is mild to moderate in one foot and wear knee-high compression during flights.

I had RF ablation 48 hours ago. I have been wearing compression stockings since my procedure. I had my hose and knee-high stockings custom fit, but the hose is horribly uncomfortable and restricting my activity. I am having no pain or swelling. I understand from recent research the full stockings offer more comfort and will not effect closure of my GSV.

I have fibromyalgia and am wondering if this might have contributed to the intense pain I felt during the ClosureFast procedure. I was mildly sedated with Xanax and Percocet, but they didn’t seem to have any effect on the pain. This was the most miserable medical procedure I’ve ever experienced, and that includes childbirth without drugs!

I've had quite a bit of sclerotherapy at another vein clinic. The doctor said it won't work on the very small capillaries that I still have. I want to get laser or light therapy to finish up the cosmetic look of my legs. The varicose veins are taken care of already. Can I set up an appointment for laser or light therapy only? I don't want any other testing done.

I've injected into the vein in my groin and now my leg is swollen. What should I do? I've taken aspirin and kept the leg elevated.

I had a blood clot in my right thigh in 2007 and have noticed my veins are starting to get very noticeable. Would sclerotherapy benefit me?

Would compression wear help with muscle ache cause by hormone treatments for cancer?

I have venous insufficiency. I put compression socks on when there is no swelling; they stop the swelling completely. I use 15- 20mmhg. They all kind of bunch up at the top of my foot where it meets my leg, especially when I'm in a standing position. If I go to a larger shoe size, they go too high and pinch on the back of my knee. What can I do about this?

Hi, I spend a lot of time on my feet for work (all day sometimes). How soon after a phlebectomy on both legs can I start to spend the day standing up?

I'm wearing my compression socks first thing in the morning, but my exercise routine is in the middle of the day, around 12 am. Is it ok to take them off for exercise and showering, then put them back on? My exercise and shower routine usually takes 2 hours. Thank you so much in advance.

I have had 2 sclerotherapy procedures, with the 3rd coming this Friday. Is it safe to take midol or ibuprofen around the time of my next session?

I had laser ablation to treat ankle swelling, but had no improvement. The swelling keeps spreading to the feet and now up the legs. Compression garments, keeping feet elevated, walking and dancing have no effect. Both legs keep getting worse. Blood tests for liver and kidney problems are normal. Ultrasound results before and after ablation were never explained. How do I get the swelling under control?

I had hip replacement surgery on Monday. Can I take the compression socks off at night?

My fiance has a vein on the side of his forehead. What are his options for removal of this vein? Is this something that can be done in an office? What's the cost?

Difficulty walking. Painful jolts in calf. I'm praying it's not nerve damage. Injury date (slipped onto our dock) was 8/7/18. Diagnosed with a clot 8/31/18. 3 ultrasound over these 6 weeks show the clot is the same size. Wondering could all this pain still be from clot? I'm very frustrated. Thank you for your help.