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Is it normal for veins to be more painful and appear worse after EVLT?
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I had EVLT in January 2012 and I have seen a significant increase in the appearance of blue-green veins. They are much worse than prior to EVLT, but my doctor said this is unrelated. I also feel pain and a tug...
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What are the consequences associated with unnecessary GVS closure?
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I have seen doctors on this site refer to "unnecessary closures." I believe this has happened to me and wonder what the potential consequences are. I am already experiencing an increase in reticular veins and h...
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Why can't EVLT and sclerotherapy be performed on the same day?
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I have reflux of the GSV. My doc recommended I be treated with EVLT just below the knee, then weeks later treat the remainder of the calf with foam sclerotherapy. This sounds reasonable, but why can't the proce...
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Post - EVLT 14 days
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Hi. I had a EVLT done 14 days ago by a reputable doctor that has performed hundreds of EVLT's. When I'm standing, it hurts/itches/burns/pulls along the GSV worse than it did before I had the procedure done. Wi...
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I'm scheduled for EVLT and microphlebectomy, how long do I need to wait before I can resume my workouts?
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I am a healthy and active 26 year old. I exercise 4 times a week (weight lifting and swimming). I'm scheduled to have endovenous laser treatment and microphlebectomy performed on my varicose veins. How long do ...
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Is an anesthetic given with every EVLT treatment?
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I've read on several sites that an anesthetic is applied or given before the insertion of the EVLT catheter. I have had three EVLT treatments and have not been given anesthetic, though I would have appreciated ...
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Is it normal to have progressive pain and tightness one week after endovenous laser treatment? ?
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One week after having endovenous laser ablation performed on my great saphenous vein, I am feeling a lot of pulling, stretching pain in my calf. The anterolateral thigh tributary varicosed vein is closing up, ...
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Very odd pain after excercising
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Had evlt 2 wks ago. I started my normal workout routine 7 dys ago. Id been feeling great with Arnica Cream, then 2 days ago while exercising I got a bad pulling pain & big knot.My doc says go to primary doc? Wh...
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What can I do about my problematic veins?
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Three months after endoveous laser ablation surgery on my leg, the veins are still prominent and lumpy. A scan was done and it revealed that they are still there. In addition to the veins still being present, I...
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Is pain while standing common after EVLT with phlebectomy?
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Two weeks ago I had EVLT (endovenous laser treatment) with phlebectomy in my right leg. The only significant, stinging pain I have now comes when I stand still for a minute or so. Does this have to do with bloo...
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Five weeks after EVLT I have pain and swelling, is this normal?
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I still have a pulling sensation and the same feeling I had when I still had my vein prior to EVLT five weeks ago. I also notice that the areas of incision and my ankles are swollen. Is this normal? I had my po...
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Can EVLT be performed if someone has deep vein reflux?
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I have been diagnosed with reflux in the deep vein, and also in the greater saphenous vein. Can I do the EVLT procedure on my great saphenous vein while I have the reflux in the deep vein? One of the doctors I ...
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I had swelling in my legs/ankle prior to EVLT, and after the procedure the swelling continues. Did the procedure work? Shouldn't the swelling stop?
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I had swelling in legs and ankle prior to EVLT. Two months after the procedure, I still have the same amount of swelling even though I continue to wear my compression stockings. Did the procedure work? Shouldn'...
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Can you explain benefits of ELAS vs. EVLT?
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Is there any known benefit to getting an ELAS procedure over the EVLT procedure or vice versa for repeat procedures?
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My doctor wants to treat the greater and lesser saphenous veins in both legs on the same day, is this appropriate?
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My doctor wants to treat the greater and lesser saphenous veins in both my legs with EVLT and ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy in the same session (that's a total of 4 veins). Am I likely to have more complicati...
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When I stand after sitting or laying for a relatively short time the vein feels like it is being stretched, how long will this last?
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I had endovenous laser treatment about 3 weeks ago. When I stand after sitting for 15+ minutes it feels like the vein in my leg (below my knee) is being stretched. Also, my leg is numb around the site the laser...
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I had EVLT 4 days ago on my upper right leg. Now the inside portion of my calf is completely numb except for some tingling. Is this normal?
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I am 31 years old and other than the numbness have had an easy time with recovery. An ultrasound found 2 veins that need work on but, no blood clots before the procedure.
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Can I get phlebectomy for surface blue veins?
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I had EVLT done on both legs 6 months ago and stab on the back of my calves for varicose bulging. Now I noticed superficial blue veins on the tops of my thighs and calves. Can I get phlebectomy for these or sh...
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A week after EVLT an area of my leg turned red and became sore/hot to the touch, should I trust that nothing is wrong?
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I had endovenous laser treatment and a week later I noticed a red area 3 inches above the incision that was sore and hot to the touch. I called the doctor who did the procedure and he said not to worry about th...
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Is having three EVLTs scheduled for three days in a row safe?
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They are each around midday to have a 24-hour gap. But should I wait longer than that?
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