I had varicose vein surgery eight months ago on my left leg but it is still slightly swollen, numb, red and painful. Will the symptoms eventually go away? Will it be OK?
Pain, swelling and numbness is very common after any surgery for varicose veins. Fortunately it is temporary and should completely resolve in 2-3 weeks.
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This is not common, but should resolve within a year.
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Eight months is a long time for these symptoms to persist. You should see your surgeon and be reassessed.
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Swelling, numbness and pain usually do not linger that far out after varicose vein surgery. See your MD.
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You need to be evaluated by the treating physician.
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Numbness (or neuropathy) is not an unusual side effect of varicose vein surgery. In most cases, the neuropathy, be it parasthesia or dysaesthesia, will usually abate after nine to twelve months. As for the other symptoms you mention however, those could very well be cause for concern. Edema, or swelling, can be, in certain cases, an ongoing issue even after surgery. It would be best to address this issue most certainly the pain and inflammation by seeing your vascular surgeon.
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I would recommend a follow-up asap. It is probably just some superficial clot, which is not a health hazard. However, the doctor should still check for a deep vein clot or potential infection. These can be harmful and if there is deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or infection, then the doctor or nurse practitioner will recommend treatment and/or antibiotics. Follow- up appointments like these are always recommended after vein treatments, especially if symptoms become worse.
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All of those symptoms are common after varicose vein surgery, but not 8 months later. Also, did you have surgery or closure? You need to follow up with your treating physician.
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You need a follow-up appointment with your doctor.
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I am not sure what type of vein surgery you had. That would help to answer your question more efficiently. However, most vein surgeries should not be causing you pain, swelling, numbness or redness after treatment, especially 8 months out from surgery. I would recommend a follow-up visit with the physician that performed your surgery.
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The symptoms you described should have subsided significantly in 8 months. See your doctor for an exam and an ultrasound. Both will be able to determine why you are experiencing swelling, numbness, redness and pain.
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