My doctor told me that the best treatment for me is surgical removal of veins.Is this right?
I'm in my 30's and developed varicose veins on both legs after giving birth. They were getting worse in short time and more veins appeared. My doctor told me that the best treatment for me is ligation and stripping. I'm wondering if I should consult a different specialist or just stick with him. I can't really afford changing doctors but I don't want to go through a difficult recovery if there is a less invasive option.
Answers from doctors (3)
Answered by David Green, MD
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It is always best to obtain at least two opinions for any significant medical procedure that you might need to undergo.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Answered by NE Laser Vein Institute LLC
Today most doctors are performing these procedures with a Laser. It is minimally invasive and there's literally no downtime. If your doctor does not have the laser for varicose vein procedures. Please see another doctor who offers that option and then make a decision.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center
The gold standard for the treatment of varicose veins is to close or ablate the malfunctioning valves in the veins which are the cause of the varicosities. A venous duplex ultrasound is required to identify these valves. Once the feeding vein is treated this will dissolve over time and the varicose veins can be treated by sclerotherapy or removal through small micro incisions. There is no need for ligation and stripping veins. See a vein specialist.
Published on Jul 11, 2012
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