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What causes a Venous Malformation (VM) to develop in the labia area at age 50? Do high or low levels of estrogen & progesterone cause the VM to get bigger? Will the VM shrink or get bigger during menopause? Can... Read more

If you have already had the coil surgery done but had two more babies after, is there a chance that there are more veins? I have varicose veins now.

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Two weeks after I had and ovarian vein embolization the pain is worse. Is this normal?

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My radiologist put coils on the main left ovarian vein. He said the procedure was a success and that was the only varicose vein. I felt great after the procedure but then two weeks later the pain is worse. Why ... Read more

Is hysterectomy after vein embolization with coils possible?

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I am 31-years-old and have to have a complete hysterectomy. I had a vein embolization for PCS in which platinum coils were placed on the left side. My surgeon said that he may not be able to do it laproscopical... Read more

Who treats venous malformations and how are they treated in the labia area?

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Can surgery be done to remove Pelvic Congestion Syndrome for good? I have a venous malformation in the labia. A sonographic imaging was done. There is a flow noted within this dilated vein which changes with re... Read more

Might I have pelvic congestion syndrome and do I need an emergency check-up?

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I am in a lot of pain and scared about a blood clot. Should I go get checked out at hospital? My pelvis, hip and back are hurting severely and it is making it hard to even stand, walk or get up. I am getting le... Read more

Does birth control work as treatment for Pelvic Congestion Syndrome?

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I was recently diagnosed with PCS. Its very painful, almost all the time. My doctor put me on birth control for treatment. Is this an effective treatment? And would the surgical procedure work for the veins in ... Read more

Does abdominal pain indicate pelvic congestion syndrome?

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After a total hysterectomy in 2001 for polysistic ovaries my doctor said I had pelvic congestion. After years of terrible pelvic lower abdominal and lower back pain, I had a CT scan. The doctor said the scan wa... Read more

What do I do about recurrence after ovarian vein embolization?

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Three years ago I had a renal venogram for Nutcracker (4.5mmhg, had planned to stent at 3, but flow looked good). I had ovarian vein embolization - 14mm/19 coils. LLQ pain unbearable again & ultrasound shows p... Read more

Who should I call to treat pelvic varicose veins?

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I called a few vascular surgeon offices and they sounded perplexed by my condition, and said they had no idea who I could call for help with my condition. My gynecologist diagnosed me via ultrasound. Is this ca... Read more

Why do I have a strong pulsating feeling and dull pain in the left vaginal wall after embolization one month ago?

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The only thing that relieves it is rolling up a towel and placing it under by left buttock and sitting. It then feels like things are circulating better and the pain goes away. Have you ever heard of this and... Read more

What is the best treatment and prognosis for pelvic congestion syndrome?

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I have been suffering with severe symptoms which were diagnoised in the emergency room of a local hospital after a CT scan. Internet research is depressing. Please recommend next steps. Read more

Varicosities on the uterus

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I had a ceasarian section to deliver my second baby last 0ct 2006; my doctor said they found varicosities on my uterus..is it dangerous for me to get pregnant and have another cs delivery at this time? We wish ... Read more

Is bloating common with PCS?

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I get a lot bloating, pressure in abdomen, sometimes GI upset, and a lot of pain with my period. Is bloating common? Read more

Could diet effect PCS

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I was just diagnosed with PCS throught Cat scan, could diet help the pain Read more

Varicose veins in the buttocks

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I am 60 years of age and have had prominent veins in the buttocks for some years but they are just beginning to trouble me. I've had a pelvic ultrasound scan which showed that I also have prominent veins in th... Read more

child with PCS

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my daughter is 9 years old and diagnosed with Pelvic Congestion Syndrome. How is this treated in such a young girl? Read more

Pregnancy after ovarian vein ligation?

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I had an ovarian vein ligation several years ago. Would it be possible for me to conceive again, & safe to do so? Read more

What happens if I don't treat Pelvic Congestion syndrome and just live with the problem?

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Just diagnosed with the syndrome, I'm 40 years old and really don't want to take medications, radiation or surgery. Read more

Can Pevlic Congestion Syndrome effect my blood pressure?

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I was diagnosed years ago. I have very large viens. Can it effect my heart and blood pressure? Read more