All Questions
Choose a procedure:
Is endovenous laser ablation safe? Do I need to wear compression stockings before the procedure? How long after?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 2 answers
I live in India and suffer from varicose veins. My Dr. is suggesting endovenous laser ablation. Is this a safe operation with small risks? Do I need to wear compress stockings before the procedure? How long aft...
Read more
1-month post-endovenous laser ablation, I have more spider veins and nerve damage. Is this normal?
Endovenous Laser Ablation - 1 answer
1-month post-op (both legs), my right leg seems to have more spider veins and nerve damage. Is this normal? My first operation was in 2010 (only on right leg). Right leg is more severe.
Read more
Is it OK to wear compression stockings if you're 32 weeks pregnant and have varicose veins?
Varicose Vein Treatment - 1 answer
I’m 32 weeks pregnant and have varicose veins on my left leg. Is it OK to wear one compression stocking? It won’t put more pressure on my right.
Read more
Do I have symptoms of pelvic congestion syndrome?
Pelvic Congestion Syndrome Treatment - 1 answer
I am 58. I had a hysterectomy 4 years ago. I have chronic pain in my right abdomen; it's very debilitating. Could it be pelvic congestion syndrome?
Read more
Can I get into a sauna 10 days after varicose vein surgery?
Varicose Vein Surgery - 1 answer
Can I get into a sauna 10 days after varicose vein surgery?
Read more
If I stop my compression stockings, will I become unsteady?
Compression Stockings - 2 answers
If I stop my compression stockings, will I become unsteady?
Read more
Why does my leg itch severely after removing compression socks?
Compression Stockings - 2 answers
I’m a nurse on my feet 16 hours some days. The swelling 16 weeks post-ORIF surgery has been my worst enemy. The compression socks have been a real lifesaver, but the itching after removing the sock from the i...
Read more
My face is still red two weeks after Veinwave. Will the redness fade?
Veinwave - 1 answer
I had Veinwave on my face over two weeks ago. The area is still red and the veins have gotten darker. Will this resolve over time? I was told healing would only take a couple of days.
Read more
I've had many foam sclerotherapy treatments. Could this have long-term effects?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
I started with laser treatment and now I'm continually having to follow up with foam sclerotherapy treatments and glue. I feel like he's shutting down every vein I own! I know my legs are a mess. It's hereditar...
Read more
Is it okay to use 20-30 mmHg compression instead of 15-20 mmHg?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
I tried to purchase 15-20 mmHg compression but they were out of inventory so they sent 20-30 mmHg. Is it okay to wear the higher grade?
Read more
The blue/green veins on my breasts are more visible after breast augmentation. Is there a treatment to remove them or fade their appearance?
Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
I had breast augmentation and notice that the green/blue veins on my breasts are now more visible. Is there a treatment to remove them or at least make them unnoticeable?
Read more
Is cramping normal after radiofrequency ablation? How do I alleviate the pain?
Radiofrequency Ablation - 1 answer
I had my left leg ablated about 5 weeks ago. I work long hours on my feet as a chef and now have cramping in my calf. Is the cramping normal? What can I do to alleviate the pain?
Read more
I had Veinwave for 5 days ago. My face is still very red and there are a few small scabs. The swelling has gone. Will the redness/scabbing go away?
Veinwave - 2 answers
I had Veinwave for the first time 5 days ago. My face is still very red and there are a few small scabs. The swelling has gone. Will the redness/scabbing go away?
Read more
Can combination treatments of sclerotherapy and Vein Gogh laser take more than 11 treatments for the majority of veins to disappear?
VeinGogh - 2 answers
I have had 11 combination treatments of sclerotherapy and Vein Gogh over 15 months. Right leg has numerous clusters of veins on the upper inside thigh, inner knee and back of the knee, along with lower leg and ...
Read more
Does it make sense to perform a different procedure on each leg to treat reflux in the saphenous veins?
Foam Sclerotherapy - 2 answers
I had a procedure to close saphenous veins on both legs. Two wks ago, the doctor performed endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) on the left. However, today, he decided to do ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy (UGF...
Read more
Do you know any qualified doctors in Wichita Kansas or in the surrounding area who treat lymphedema and cellulitis?
Lymphedema Treatment - 1 answer
My nephew, who is 23, has been dealing with this for years and within the past two years has been hospitalized three times. Any information would be helpful. Thanks!
Read more
It's been 2 weeks since radiofrequency ablation. At week 1, I started having severe pain when I bend or move certain ways. What should I do?
Radiofrequency Ablation - 1 answer
I had radiofrequency ablation on both legs approximately 2 weeks ago. One week after the procedure, when I would bend down, I would get severe pain in my left leg. It has now been 2 weeks and I still have sever...
Read more
I have a varicose vein in my left leg. Vein spec said that I had reflux in both legs, even though I am only symptomatic in left. Do I treat both legs?
Venous Insufficiency Treatment - 3 answers
I have a varicose vein in my left leg. My vein specialist said that I had reflux in both legs, even though I am only symptomatic in the left. Do I treat both legs? I was scheduled to do laser ablation on both l...
Read more
How long does it take for numbness in the right foot and ankle to subside after EVLT?
EVLT - 2 answers
It's been 7 months since I was treated with endovenous laser treatment (EVLT). My right foot and ankle are still numb. When will the numbness go away?
Read more
I've had 3 sclerotherapy sessions and no results. Is this normal? Should I give it more time?
Sclerotherapy - 1 answer
I have had three sessions of sclerotherapy and my veins look the same. I had these done for reticular veins. The nurse who treated me is excellent and I did a Doppler beforehand. I have my final session in Dece...
Read more
