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I had vein ablation 3 years ago. The clips in my foot are causing irritation and hurting. Is this common? What can be done?
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I had vein ablation 3 years ago. The clips in my foot are causing irritation and hurting. Is this common? What can be done?
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I had laser treatment on a small spider vein in my leg. The area is now dark. Is this normal? How long will it last?
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I had laser treatment on a small spider vein in my leg. The area is now dark and looks like a black bruise. Is this normal? How long will it last?
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Does laser treatment successfully treat severe varicose veins in the legs?
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I am 43 years old and have dealt with varicose veins since my 20's. I am at my wits end with them; I suffer pain. I was assessed by a surgeon for vein stripping. It was decided that my veins were too complex an...
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Is it normal to have swelling from foot to upper thigh after laser vein treatment?
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I'm 42 yr old male who had a laser vein treatment for my right leg last week. I am experiencing swelling from my upper thigh to my foot. Is it normal? When can I expect the swelling to go away? Can ultrasound t...
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My fiance has a vein on the side of his forehead. What are his options for removal of this vein? Is this something that can be done in an office?
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My fiance has a vein on the side of his forehead. What are his options for removal of this vein? Is this something that can be done in an office? What's the cost?
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If you have had a varicose vein burst and bleed out, once it's healed, can you safely fly?
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A varicose vein across my shin burst and bled out for over 30 minutes. Paramedics advised me to rest the leg and see my GP for compression hosiery, but none were given to me. I want to fly out to the U.S. from ...
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Which is best for greater saphenous vein treatment, CoolTouch or Varithena?
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Twisted GSV 2.2 mm with reflux, minor bleed at ankle 2x, swollen ankle late in the day. Have had an ultrasound scan. Laser seems to give better results than foam. The doctor is a Varithena site with company tec...
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Since there are limited veins, will a removal procedure accelerate new varicosities developing?
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I'm 24. I've had a noticeable varicosity since I was 14 in my left leg. Now the pain is starting to be a significant problem in both legs. I'm nervous the procedure won't cure my problem. I've consulted with a ...
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I just had my laser vein treatment today. Can I do whole body workout tomorrow?
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Should I wear 20-30 mmHg compression stockings after having YAG laser treatments on my legs for superficial spider veins?
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I finished all my Sclerotherapy injections and have had 2 VNUS procedures, a vein ligation and a microphlebectomy for spider veins, all of which I wore 20-30 mmHg compression thigh-high hose for 2-3 weeks. Afte...
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After laser treatment is there risk of added pressure/stress to the veins that the blood is rerouted to?
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My husband was diagnosed with venous reflux in both of his legs. A vein specialist that is treating my husband prescribed compression socks 20-30mmHg. He will have a follow-up visit in three months, at which ti...
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How long will it take to see the effect of laser vein treatment?
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Seven months after treatment I still have extreme pain around my knee. Is this normal?
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In April of this year I had a laser vein treatment of my large saphenous vein on my left leg followed by several injections. The procedure went well and the majority of the vein discomfort is gone. However, aro...
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Is it normal to have pain requiring compression stockings a year after laser ablation? Or to have more/new varicose veins and atrophy in calf muscle?
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My cardiologist said my veins were “refluxing” and if I didn’t have laser ablation the varicose veins could lead to a blood clot. When I started treatment I had no pain in my legs and only a few varicose ...
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Are laser vein treatments suitable for the treatment of multiple spider veins? Where can I find a specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
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I have several spider veins on my legs. Is laser treatment best for these types of veins? Where can I find a vein specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
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It has been 6 months since I had EVLT and in my left leg I have terrible aching in my calf muscle. I had no issues from the procedure in either leg.
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A few months after the procedure I started to get the terrible aching in my left calf. It gets so bad I can't stand it and nothing helps. I have talked to my doctor and they have done an ultrasound and found no...
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When is surgery needed? My doctor said venus reflux is a progressive disease—stage one through six. I am at stage three, almost four.
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My procedure is scheduled for two weeks. Will I damage or complicate things having this done now. Is this too early?
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