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I had vein stripping four months ago and the varicose veins have returned on the back of my knee, and they are aching. Why is this?
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I have small blood clots in my superficial veins, along the course of my varicose veins. No DVT. Is it safe to fly?
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I'm allergic to NSAIDS and so can't take them obviously to help with the clots. The flight is over 12 hours and I'm very concerned since the doctors here have not given me any advice. I have compression socks b...
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Is it normal to have varicose veins at age 17? How are they treated?
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I'm 17 years old and have varicose veins on my left leg. I feel like I've been doomed with ugly legs before I've even had a chance to hit my prime! Are varicose veins normal at this age? How are they treated?
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Is it okay to wear bandages applied by the dermatologist and compression stockings at the same time following sclerotherapy?
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I had sclerotherapy today and my dermatologist applied compression bandages. I then bought compression stockings from the pharmacy. I am currently wearing the stockings over the bandages. Is this safe? It feels...
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I'm 20 and have had varicose veins in my left leg since childhood. The left leg is fatter than the right.
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I had surgery 5 years ago but no results. Due to lack of information regarding this problem I didn't know what exactly it was. Now I use compression stockings. I've been noticing the difference between the legs...
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I am thin with bulging arm and hand veins. Do I have varicose veins? I went to the doctor and he said this is normal as I am skinny.
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I am a 24 year old female. I have a visible, slight bulging anterior stocking vein when I exercise, walk, stand, or take a hot shower.
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My son has a big and long protruding vein all the way down the back of his leg. He is fit and sporty. Should I worry about it?
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I am 48 years old. I have high blood pressure and some bulging varicose veins. Am I at risk of developing blood clots?
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Can doctors diagnose "weak" potential varicosities, and treat them before they become visible? Why is laser treatment treated differently?
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Before veins become varicosed and looking unattractive (bulging, twisted, rope like), can doctors diagnose them on time and treat those vein before it happens? Would this mean for people who are predisposed to ...
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Is it normal to have large lumps in your legs after laser treatment?
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My mom is 55 years old. Fifteen days ago she had a laser treatment for the varicose veins in her legs. She has been on medications and is wearing compression stockings all the time. She is also walking a lot. D...
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My legs itch after removing my compression stockings. What brand of moisturizer/cream should I use to alleviate the itch?
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Which compression stockings should be worn during weight lifting if you have varicose veins in the lower and upper legs?
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I have varicose veins in my upper and lower legs. For this, I've been prescribed medical compression stockings that go up to the butt. They seem to be the best option, but they are not made for exercising. Now,...
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How long do the effects of EVLA/RFA+microphlebectomy(extripation) last?
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Are there chances of reoccurence? I've done EVLA+microphlebectomy on one leg seven years ago (and the leg is fine) and RFA+microphlebectomy on the other leg week ago. Just to add, my varicose veins were not inh...
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I had my varicose veins removed in both legs with about 50 incisions in total. Op and recovery was good, however 16 weeks later still bruised.
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Will they go away?
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Can I release a blood clot by massaging my leg that has varicose and spider veins?
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Can massaging my legs that have varicose veins and spider veins release a blood clot to my lungs or heart?
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My doctor recommended radiofeqency ablation and foam sclerotherapy on my leg. What are the risks involved with these procedures?
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I obtained a detailed ultrasound of my leg. I have a few varicose veins. One of the veins is the great saphenous vein. The other vein is located in my knee. I have worn compression stockings for at least two an...
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How can I remove bulging veins in my arms?
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I have veins in my forearms that are highly visible. They look really bad. I saw a vein specialist and they said that the veins are not bad and I don't need any treatments. I am 28. These veins make me sad. Wha...
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My veins are visible on calf sometimes. They disappear slightly and sometimes they appear again. Are these varicose veins or normal?
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I have noticed over the past week that my veins in my legs are appearing and disappearing throughout the day, but not bulging out. Why is that?
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It feels like the veins are making my legs ache and are causing pain. Is this connected?
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