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I've been diagnosed with moderate venous insufficiency, when should I get endovenous laser treatment??
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I was diagnosed with moderate venous insufficiency a couple of years ago. I'm a 55-year-old woman who's obese. I take perindopril (Coversyl) for hypertension. In 2018, my doctor performed ultrasound venous dopp...
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I have permanent cramping after having an endovenous laser ablation, what should I do?
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I had my greater saphenous and the vein around my calf closed a couple of years ago. Now, I get cramping that lasts for weeks after exercise. I've tried massaging the area, staying hydrated, and lowering my sod...
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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 have tingling and tightness 2 months after the endovenous laser ablation procedure?
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After riding my lawn mower I have tingling & tightness in my inner thigh & knee area. Is this normal? I had the endovenous laser ablation procedure done about 2 months ago.
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Is vein mapping done with Endovenous Laser Ablation?
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Is the vein mapping procedure done with Endovenous Laser Ablation?
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Is it normal to have progressive pain and tightness two weeks after EVLA?
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I was told to wear compression stockings for two weeks after the endovenous laser ablation and now when I take them off the muscles are painful and there is tightness in one leg and a sharp pain behind the knee...
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Why is my blood pressure high after EVLA surgery?
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I had EVLA to treat two veins in my left leg. The surgery went fine, then afterwards due to the epinephrine given I felt like I was freaking out. That week my blood pressure ranged from 154/95 to 134/93. Now my...
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Is subcutaneous edema in the lower leg post-GSV endovenous laser ablation and phlebectomy possible?
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Two years ago I had my GSV ablated, followed by phlebectomy of smaller veins. About 6 months ago I noticed swelling on the lowest part of my anterior leg. Recent MRI reports it as an area of subcutaneous edema....
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Will lifting heavy weights cause varicose veins? Is there a recommended weight limit?
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I do crossfit 3-4 days/week and there is heavy lifting. My doctor said not to lift more than 15 lbs. I would like a second opinion.
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How long does the effect last from endovenous laser treatment?
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Can a vein ablation on the left leg cause problems in the right leg?
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I had a vein ablation on my left leg 5 months ago and now I have pain in both legs, moreso in the right. I never had any trouble with the right leg before the procedure. Could an ablation of one leg cause pain ...
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Can I have endovenous laser ablation on both the greater and lesser saphenous vein?
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I have extensive varicose veins on both legs. I've had them in my calves for years with no pain. Recently, high-impact exercise has resulted in bulging veins on my inner thighs and ankles, which can be very pai...
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Is Endovenous Laser Ablation effective in treating lipodermatosclerosis?
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Is EVLT recommended for lipodermatosclerosis (LDS)?
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I have immediate swelling behind my knee when I stand, is this normal after EVLT?
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I had EVLT (including perferator veins) 1week ago. When I stand, there is an immediate swelling behind the knee. It also happens when I raise my leg. Is all of this normal after the procedure?
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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 ablation surgery 3 weeks ago on my right leg, am I okay to use the tanning bed?
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I had ablation surgery 3 weeks ago on my right leg, am I okay to use the tanning bed?
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Why am I still experiencing swelling more than two years after EVLA?
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I had the endovenous laser ablation procedure over two years ago. Initially there was some swelling, but it improved with compression hose. I no longer wear the hose and today I measured my leg. The portion fr...
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I have bruising, heat spots, pain and a lump following EVLA. Is this normal?
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I had endovenous laser ablation on my great saphenous vein 6 days ago. After the procedure I have very little bruising and pain. However, 6 days out I have more bruising on my inner thigh, heat spots, pain and ...
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What could have caused that?
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It’s been about a year since I’ve had my vein ablation. Yesterday afternoon after doing a yoga pigeon pose where are you really stretch your hip and knees, I saw Petechiae on my right hip (a large area of i...
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Can endovenous laser ablation cause Leg Ulcers?
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After having the endovenous laser ablation on both legs, I developed large ulcers on one of my legs.What could have caused this? This has been a very long & painful experience.
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