Radiofrequency Ablation Questions
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If there is continuous reflux in the SSV and vein of Giacomini up into the thigh, should these be ablated along with the GSV?
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I had both great saphenous veins ablated with RFA and phlebectomies on both legs as well. An ultrasound shows continuous reflux in the SSV and vein of Giacomini up into the thigh. There is also considerable r...
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Should I get radiofrequency ablation?
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I have a vein on the inside of my calf that bulges after exercise. An ultrasound found that I have reflux of 7. I don't have heaviness or swelling or other symptoms, just the one varicose vein. The doctor wants...
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26 days after vein closure there is still clear fluid leaking out of the site on my leg. Is this normal?
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My first and third RFA went great—no pain the day after. But my second was in inner right thigh 9 days ago. I had follow up ultrasound.
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Veins are closed and no clots. However my inner thigh is still swollen to the point of compression hose cutting into me. I have hard knots along the ablation path and it is extremely painful to touch. My doctor...
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I have pain below the knee and mild ankle swelling a year after radiofrequency ablation of the left GSV. What could be the cause?
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I had RF ablation of the left GSV with sclerotherapy of calf varicosities a year ago. Now, I have aching pain below the knee and mild ankle swelling. Doppler ultrasound confirmed closure of the GSV. What's caus...
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7 days After getting RFA I banged my same inner thigh that I got the procedure in. Can it reopen the vein?
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It’s more swollen now and has a new bruise. I got an ultrasound before banging my leg earlier that day and they said my vein was closed. I’m just worried I reopened it. It seems extra tender now. I banged i...
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Do you need Radiofrequency Abation with numbers as follows: 0.81 RT GSV and 0.55 LT GSV?
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I don't have varicose veins, I have diabetic nephropathy. On the notes, it says "B GSV: thick-walled appearance."
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Is it normal, after ablation, to have a open wound where the incision took place?
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I am going on 2 weeks post surgery and where the incision was will not heal. I was told I did have a skin burn. Every time it scabs it opens up again. It's red and irritated. It honestly looks like it needs sti...
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Was my deep vein damaged during thermal ablation?
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I had a thermal ablation 4 days ago. I went for an ultrasound yesterday and the tech saw the main deep vein was too close to the affected vein. I have to see the doctor in 2 days. She said I might need medicati...
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How do you stop the spread of ankle swelling?
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I had laser ablation to treat ankle swelling, but had no improvement. The swelling keeps spreading to the feet and now up the legs. Compression garments, keeping feet elevated, walking and dancing have no effec...
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It's been 2 weeks since radiofrequency ablation. At week 1, I started having severe pain when I bend or move certain ways. What should I do?
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I had radiofrequency ablation on both legs approximately 2 weeks ago. One week after the procedure, when I would bend down, I would get severe pain in my left leg. It has now been 2 weeks and I still have sever...
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Is cramping normal after radiofrequency ablation? How do I alleviate the pain?
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I had my left leg ablated about 5 weeks ago. I work long hours on my feet as a chef and now have cramping in my calf. Is the cramping normal? What can I do to alleviate the pain?
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Before having radiofrequency ablation, my doctor asked if I've been on antibiotics. What's the reason for this question?
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Before having radiofrequency ablation, my doctor asked if I've been on antibiotics. What's the reason for this question?
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Can burning on my right arm have anything to do with RF ablation on my right leg?
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I had radiofrequency ablation on my right leg 4 days ago and now I'm getting severe stomache pains, headaches and my right arm feels like it's burning.
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Is it okay to smoke weed after radiofrequency ablation?
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My radiofrequency ablation was performed on a deep superficial vein before 20 days. Is it safe to smoke weed now?
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I had RF ablation on AAGSV 6 months ago. There was no improvement in the bulging appearance. Is this normal?
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My doctor said I now need sclerotherapy. Should I get a second opinion?
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I had RFA of my small saphenous vein 1.5 weeks ago. I have visible pulsing underneath the incision and blood is pooling in my foot. Is this normal?
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The doctor also didn't use enough tumescent anesthesia and I was burned behind my knee. I haven't been able to properly walk and am in considerable pain. I've been wearing my stocking and keeping it elevated
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If one does heavy exercise right after lumbar RF such that the back becomes very painful, can it do damage or undo the RF?
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I had back RF a week ago. Since the procedure I jumped into heavy activities I haven't been able to do (housework, yard work, hauling bricks). Now my back hurts badly. Is it possible I've damaged my back such t...
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After having RFA, large varicose veins remain. Some are not visible. Should these be treated with ultrasound guided sclerotherapy?
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