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I'm walking on concrete for 8 hours. Is it OK to wear compression stockings?
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I don't have any problems with my feet or legs. I am a 46 year old man.
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Is it OK to have RF ablation on veins in legs if I'm anemic?
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I had RF ablation done about 6 months ago by a vascular surgeon, followed up by sclerotherapy. I now have brownish/yellow coloration on both legs that has not been improving. After some routine blood work done ...
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Hi, I had my greater saphenous vein ablated a few years ago, and now it hurts again.
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I went back to my vascular surgeon and did Doppler ultrasound. She said the vein was "gone" with a few residuals and dismissed me. I went to my GP today, and he says her report says it's thrombosed. If it's gon...
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What is the best treatment for peripheral neuropathy in the leg below knee and feet, as well as finger tips? Mine is drug induced chemo drugs.
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I have peripheral neuropathy from the drug given to counteract the severe side effects of very strong chemo given in spring and summer of 2010.
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Pus still oozing 2 days after antibiotics?
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Hi. I started taking an antibiotic for an infected wound two days ago. The infection seems to be getting better but there is still pus coming out of the wound. Should I see a doctor about that or just keep taki...
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A week ago I developed white discoloration along my left foot veins. I also developed pain on the vein and numbness the leg. What can this be?
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I live in Nigeria where medical care is limited. Last year I had bunion surgery and stopped exercising. I started exercising 3 months ago but I experienced some pain so I went to see a GP and I got a cortisone ...
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Is it possible to have varicose veins within the buttocks?
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After walking on cement floor, I get an abdomen that feels rigid. It's hard to walk, feels like my bowels stop up because it gets constricted. After a 10 pound baby, I just know I have veins on my butt and clo...
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I have little lumps along both of my shins. I had this when I was 14 and was put on high doses of aspirin. What condition is this?
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Is this condition related to deep vein thrombosis?
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Can you reverse cyanosis as well as dry shiny skin?
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If my legs are showing symptoms of poor circulation-- cyanosis of legs from the knee down, as well as dry shiny skin on legs, slow-healing wounds--can these symptoms be reversed with exercise? If so, how long b...
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My leg hurts bad when I try to get up in the morning and put weight on it. Why? Should I get an MRI?
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I've had about 5 numbing and injections procedures. Now, my left leg hurts bad when I try to get up in the morning and put weight on it. Why? Once I am able to walk on it, the pain goes away. I do stand a lot o...
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After iliac vein blockage due to DVT, what exercises should be performed/avoided? What kind of compression stocking is best?
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I am 30 years old and I had an iliofemoral DVT (right leg) in 2014, probably due to Factor V Leiden mutation. Since then, I have been on Xarelto 20mg daily. Recent Doppler exam showed a complete occlusion of my...
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Is it true that people with cancer are at more risk of developing lumps due to flying? I have a lump behind my right ankle.
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Two days ago, I flew 12 hours to Singapore. I now have a lump behind my right ankle. It's tender to touch but not sore moving my ankle. I'm due to fly today for 8 more hours. I read that people who have cancer ...
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Why are my feet and ankles swollen when I first wake up?
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I just retired from a job where I was on my feet 9 hours a day, but I never had this kind of swelling until now.
My feet get swollen and red from above my ankles to mid-way below the knees. I'm not very acti...
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How do doctors determine if a patient is a candidate and will benefit from vein closure procedure?
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How do doctors estimate the outcome of the vein closure procedure? Ultrasound findings and symptoms combined? What is the percentage of patients who suffer from CVI who have no visible sign on the legs? Do you ...
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Is it possible to make a medical grade compression legging out of mainly cotton?
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I don't like the way nylon or spandex feels.
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Is there treatment for reticular/superficial veins in my arms?
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I am a 57 yr. old woman. The veins in both arms (especially upper arms) are highly visible and tender to the touch. I think they are referred to as reticular or superficial veins. Is treatment available to hide...
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