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Varicose Vein Surgery Questions

I have had issues with pitting edema in legs and feet for 3 months now. Why? Could it be due to the vein ablation I had a year ago?
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No other symptoms out of the ordinary other than swelling. My legs get heavy and painful the more I stand. Swelling goes down with elevation and blood work is normal. Could this be due to the vein ablation? Read more
I had a varicose vein stripped 3 years ago but my leg still hurts and I have swelling in my ankle often. Is it normal?
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I had a surgery in 2013 after the rupture of a vein. I was living in Dubai at the time and surgery in the UAE sucks since they don't provide appropriate pain relief. My leg has hard spots that are tender to the... Read more
Can pelvic vein ligation and leg vein stripping be done at the same time? What are the risks & recovery time? How soon can I drive?
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I have parametrial varicosities, no refluxing in ovarian veins (pelvic MRV), & unusual absence of mid-LSV in both legs (mid section disappears to thin holes; too small for catheter). Vein stripping is only opti... Read more
I have a big lump in my leg 2 weeks after varicose vein surgery. What should I do?
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I'm 2 weeks and 1 day put from varicose vein surgery for both legs. My legs are nearly in perfect condition, but there is one leg I'm worried about. I see a lump near the groin where there were lots of varicose... Read more
Is it typical to have varicose vein surgery performed twice on the same leg?
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I had a varicose vein operation on my left leg a little over three years ago. The doctors I've seen recently said that it was not perfectly done and that another procedure is needed. Is this typical? Read more
I am having stab phlebectomy to treat my venous insufficiency. Are antibiotics required prior to the procedure?
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My last procedure for venous insuficiency is stab phabectomy in one leg. Are antibiotics required prior to the procedure? Read more
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I had varicose vein surgery in 2011 but am still having problems. Why is this?
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I had varicose vein surgery in 2011 and am still having problems with the treated leg. My doc told me there is nothing wrong, so what could the problem be? Read more
I had veins stripped 45 years ago, what are my options now that painful varicose veins have resurfaced?
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I had major vein stripping on my right leg 45 years ago. I was told not to further treatment on this leg. I have been wearing compression stockings as long as I can remember. I also have Scleroderma w/o blood m... Read more
I consulted with a vein surgeon about my aching legs. He said my back is causing my leg to ache, not my veins. Could this be true?
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I had my veins treated 11 years ago and wear compression stockings to relieve my aching legs. I feel there is nothing wrong with my back and I’m not sure what to do next. Read more
Are there any next steps for a failed ablation surgery for a varicose vein problem?
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About four years ago, I had varicose vein ablation surgery on both legs. One leg came out well; the other did not because of the location of the bad valve. I wear compression socks but the bad leg aches constan... Read more
I have a superficial blood clot in my leg vein and I'm 8 1/2 months pregnant. Is it safe to have laser treatment?
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I have seen a vein specialist and they told me that I have abnormal veins in my right leg and a blood clot in a superficial vein. I am 8 1/2 months pregnant and they told me that I need to get the laser treatme... Read more
My mom recently had a varicose vain operation and she is in pain. Is that normal?
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She had the operation Thursday and she is still in real pain. Is that normal? What can she do to alleviate the pain? Read more
I'm considering vein treatment, but how do I know the protruding veins on my shins (like on my feet and hands) are varicose?
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I've had a consultation with a board-certified doctor, but still have concerns. Clotting and stroke run on my mom's side of the family. She died of a pulmonary embolism at 42 but I don't know where the clot was... Read more
What are the common side effects of a saphenous vein ablation procedure?
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I had the procedure done and now I'm having pain behind the knee. I'm having a hard time bending it and feel quite a bit of pain. Does this have anything to do with the procedure? Read more
Is it possible that my knee problems are related to my varicose veins issues?
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I have stiffness in my knees, as well as swelling and pain on the outside of my knees. It is really hindering my activities. I cannot bend my knees without screaming pain. I had surgery 2 yrs ago to collapse th... Read more
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