Endovenous Laser Ablation Questions
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When can I return to swimming for 2 hours a day after this procedure?
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I had endovenous laser ablation procedure and need to know when I can return to my swim team. I've been given 2 conflicting answers by my doctor's office.
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I had EVLA done in 2015 and now my legs hurt more than ever. My legs are always tired and in pain. Is this normal?
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My ankles/legs hurt so much that I don't even enjoy going out anymore. What should I do? Why am I experiencing these symptoms one year after treatment?
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Had the EVLT procedure a week ago. It was painful, the injections were terrible. How much I should be walking? Any other recommendations?
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Is there a chance I'd need to take antibiotics following an endovenous laser ablation procedure?
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I had an endovenous laser ablation procedure four years ago. Then, two years ago I had total knee surgery. The card I carry for my total knee states I need to check with my doctor before any procedures since I ...
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My left ankle is sore, slightly swollen and bruised two months after having EVLA. Is this normal?
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Can I weight train after a leg ablation?
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I had a venous ablation in my left leg 1 week ago. My doctor said I can return to working out now, which includes weights, but should I be worried about reopening the vein? And are abdominal exercises and Pilat...
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I had endovenous laser ablation to my great saphenous veins. Since the procedure my blood pressure has been high. Is this normal?
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I have high blood pressure that I take medication for. My first visit for consultation was March 29, 2016. I checked my blood pressure every day from March 29 thru April 29, and my blood pressure has elevated f...
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EVLA treatment worked, but the vein next to the repaired vein is now bulging. Will repairing too many veins hurt my vascular health?
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I know that circulation is needed and I worry that repairing too many veins will hurt my vascular health. Should I be concerned? My family has a history of varicose veins.
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I got laser ablation done in my left leg 8 months back and I am feeling some sort of blockage just below my calf muscle. What can it be?
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I was diagnosed with varicose veins in my leg & had a laser ablation in which the doctor closed off my saphenous vein from groin to knee. He also made 3 cuts in my lower leg: below my calf muscle on either side...
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Did my EVLA procedure go wrong? Were mistakes made?
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I had endovenous laser ablation last July. Initially, the appearance of my varicosities seemed to improve a lot and the swelling in my ankle went away. But right after the procedure, I had an area of numbness ...
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Is it normal to still have a swollen leg and fluid build up after almost 2 months?
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I recently had endovenous laser therapy on both legs, as well as phlebotomy to remove bulging veins. The procedures were approx two months ago. The right leg is still bloated and pink from the knee down. I also...
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Would you reccommend EVLA for treatment of significant venous insuffiency resulting in spider veins, mild skin discoloration, pain and heaviness?
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Also, do you ever see cosmetic improvement in spider veins after EVLA? All I ever read about is varicose veins. My venous insufficiency has caused significant spider veins and skin discoloration, resulting in a...
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After varicose vein surgery, I have a burning sensation and pain outside of my leg, by the knee. Is this normal or concerning?
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I had varicose vein surgery on the inside of my left leg 2 weeks ago. They used a laser to close the vein and stripped some of the vein because it made loops and the laser couldn't pass through. Now, two weeks ...
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Is SEVERE BURNING normal after radiofrequency ablation?
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2 days ago my husband had an ablation, and also some varicose veins and a few blood clots were removed. He frequently is screaming out in pain, saying it feels like someone is pouring hot grease on his leg. He ...
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I have a lot of pain and bruising after EVLA. Should I be concerned?
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I had an endovenous laser ablation done a week ago. The doctor who performed the procedure had problems because the vein was curved. Now, I have a lot of pain and a bruise 3x14 inches across. I'm also experienc...
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How much longer do I need to wear compression hose?
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I have had the compression hose on for 7 days and walk an hour and a half every day. How much longer do I need the hose?
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I have DVT. What are my treatment options?
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I recently experienced pain in multiple places on my right leg. I went to the ER and the ultrasound shows DVT of right femoral and popliteal vein and calf. Are EVLT, ELA or other laser treatments an option?
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I had EVLT and phlebectomy 6 weeks ago. My veins look worse than before the procedures. Why?
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The ultrasound showed a proper closure of the vein, no blood clots. It feels ok from the groin to the knee but around the knee more veins appeared and it hurts. I do wear compression stockings every day since t...
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Why am I still in pain 3 months after EVLT?
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I had ELA on both legs 3 months ago. I developed phlebitis in my right leg, which subsided after about a month. However, the inside of my calf is still tender (not to mention numb), and the pain has recently wo...
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One month after EVLT, a superficial vein is still bulging. Will it go away with time?
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I had EVLT one month ago on my GSV, and still there is some bulging of another superficial vein. This bulging seems to be somewhat better but still visible. Will this bulging go away completely, or will I need ...
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