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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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What's the difference between varicose veins and spider veins?
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I had varicose vein treatment and was unable to find compression socks that would fit due to my weight. Should I be concerned?
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I had varicose vein treatment and was unable to find compression socks that would fit my legs due to my weight. My doctor said it was not safe for me to wear them if they were too tight. Do I need to be concern...
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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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What kind of shoes should I wear for my 8-hour office job after vein ablation on both legs (I am asking precisely about the heel inches/cm)?
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I've had vein ablation and microphlebectomies on both legs, and I am asking about the preventative aspect furthermore. Can I wear daily office shoes with 2.5 inches? How high is the heel limit to be working wit...
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I have had pain and swelling in my left leg for the last three years. What should I do?
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Do I need antibiotics for swelling and tenderness after a recent vein procedure?
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I had varicose vein procedures in both legs recently. The left leg developed swelling and tenderness nine days after. I called my doctor's office on Saturday and they said to go to the ER. The ER doctor said it...
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After vein procedures on both legs (ablation and phlebectomy of vena safena), what must I do to have healthy veins for the rest of my life?
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I am a female in her 20s and would like to know the following:
1.How do I prevent this issue from coming back again?
2. What kind of exercises are best?
3. What kind of shoes should I wear formy 8-h...
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How can I tell if I have varicose veins?
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The veins in my left leg bulge. I also have pain, especially when sitting or standing for long periods of time. Do I have varicose veins?
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I have varicose veins on my leg, and they are appearing near the bikini zone. How do I know if they are vaginal varicose veins?
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If the vein is visibly varicosed straight from the knee near to the bikini zone is it necessary that it is coming as vaginal varicose veins? I had Dopler ultrasound and when we scheduled the operation. The doc...
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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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Will discontinuing the use of my prescribed compression stockings make my varicose veins worse?
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I have huge varicose veins and am wearing prescription compression stockings. Should the stockings work and reduce the size of my varicose veins, would discontinuing their use cause my varicose veins to get wor...
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I’m a 30 year old female with varicose veins on my right leg only. Planning on conceiving again soon. Should I treat them before or after pregnancy?
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My varicose veins first appeared in one small area on my right leg when I was pregnant two years ago. I am a teacher and on my feet most of the day. Since then, they have gotten worse and have continued to trav...
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Is it necessary to walk to relieve varicose veins? Are there specific clothes or shoes that would be best to wear when walking?
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Can veins on the face be treated with lasers? I'm concerned injections will cause more damage.
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Would you treat the GSV being I have reflux in popliteal vein?
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I had an ultrasound that shows reflux in popliteal 1.3 in right and 1.5 in left , I also have reflux in right and left leg of 1.3 & 2.1 GSV. I am using compression and taking Advil for pain.
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Are compression stockings good for people who have big varicose veins in their legs?
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I have a friend who has big varicose veins in her legs and a history of blood clots. She was told by a doctor that compression stockings are not good. Is this right? She is also taking Coumadin.
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I have varicose veins and swelling in my vulva. What should I do?
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I am 25 years old and am in the third trimester of my pregnancy. Thank you.
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Is treating a varicose vein with heat detrimental?
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I was just diagnosed with a varicose vein in my lower leg. Prior to diagnosis I was treating the area with a warm compress because it eased the pain. My doctor examined and diagnosed and gave me tons of tips fo...
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Can spider and varicose veins be treated at the same time?
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