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I have sharp pain 1 week after ambulatory phlebectomy. What's going on?
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A week after my ambulatory phlebectomy procedure, I had my check-up and everything looked and felt great. That evening, I was walking leisurely on the treadmill and got this incredibly sharp, sever pain. It f...
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Can I continue physical therapy after ambulatory phlebectomy?
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I am scheduled for 3 days of back therapy next week, with twice a week for 3-4 more weeks after. Today I had a phlebectomy on my right leg. Should I continue with this therapy, or will it jeopardize the results...
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Is it safe to fly after having ambulatory phlebectomy surgery?
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Three months after microphlebectomy on both legs, I have numbness and throbbing. Is this normal? Will these symptoms ever go away?
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Three months after microphlebectomy on both legs, I have numbness and throbbing in my left ankle. It didn't happen right away, but got worse over the last month. The left leg had three punctures from the incisi...
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Is intense pain normal a week and a half after ambulatory phlebectomy?
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I had ambulatory phlebectomy on my lower calf & EVLT on my upper inner thigh. A small, painful lump formed in my thigh, but is better. The upper section of vein in my left calf, however, is very tender & sends ...
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My doc sent my veins to a lab without my consent. Now I'm being charged for it. How can I keep from paying for a service action I did not agree to?
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After a phlebectomy procedure, my doctor sent my veins to a testing lab without telling me. The veins were sent for his own research. The cost has been placed on me; my insurance will not cover it. How can I de...
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I do indoor cycling classes about 3 hours a week. Could this kind of exercise exacerbate the venous insufficiency?
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Also, is there any exercise that is not a good idea?
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Can I use my infrared sauna after the ambulatory phlebectomy procedure?
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What are the signs of hematoma after ambulatory phlebectomy and EVLT? Also, what would cause a burning sensation during an ultrasound recheck?
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I experienced severe bruising and intense pain 8 days after ambulatory phlebectomy and EVLT. I could not even touch the area from my right groin all the way down to my knee. I followed all of the doctor's order...
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How many phlebectomy sessions will an insurance carrier cover per year?
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I need more sessions of phlebectomy, will insurance cover them? Also, how many weeks or months will my sessions be spaced apart?
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My left arm is showing a protruding vein in my fore arm. It’s creating an aching feeling in my shoulder. Should I be alarmed?
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I had a Phlebectomy a month ago and now I see more veins bulging and hurting. Can I ask the doctor to do another session?
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What is the maximum amount of phlebectomies that should be done on a leg at one time? Is there a limit?
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Is there a limit or can all veins be treated at once. Also, can both legs be done at one time?
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Is it better to get laser ablation and/or phlebectomy before or after pregnancy?
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I had laser ablation and plebectomy on my right leg with good results. I want to have, at least some phlebotomy on the left leg again. Is it better to do the procedure now or wait until after I give birth? The ...
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Is it normal for spider/bulging veins to look worse one week after a VNUS procedure? My follow-up scan went well.
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I had a VNUS procedure completed on both of my legs one week ago. I wore stockings day and night for three days, and during the day for one week. I've been walking a lot (at least one hour per day) and I'm in g...
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Do knee high compression socks prevent upper leg varicosities?
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I underwent ambulatory phlebectomy for my right leg. No visible veins on left. I'm always standing at work (8-12 hrs).
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Is it OK to have total knee replacement when these bumps are still present? Any chance of DVT?
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Is it normal to still have swelling in my foot after ablation and microphlebectomy on Friday?
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I had an ablation and microphlebectomy done on my right leg Friday. I put compression hose on Sunday. I still have swelling in my foot. The swelling is where the ace wrap stopped about an inch from my toes. I'v...
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Could you give me some info on the O injection?
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I have had a hysterectomy and have a blood disorder called essential thrombocytopenia, I have had a heart attack and two strokes. Would I be a candidate for this? I do not take estrogen.
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