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I'm 60 years old, is vein surgery something I can do?

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The veins on my legs bulge throughout the day, could it be an early sign of varicose veins?

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I am noticing some blue reticular veins on my legs over the past couple years. They are beginning to seem more noticeable to me. They are light blue- not dark blue/purple. More recently, I have a few straight v... Read more

I have varicose veins on both legs. The unceasing pain in my leg often keeps me from sleeping. Is it time to see a doctor?

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I have varicose veins in both legs. One leg is more painful than the other. The left leg gives me constant pain. During my period the veins swell and are very painful. My right leg is worse with the protruding ... Read more

I have small varicose veins behind my legs. Can they disappear with laser treatment?

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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... Read more

I have genetic varicose veins. I'm planning to get pregnant soon. What's the best way to treat them?

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My husband and I want to start having babies. I don't know if I should treat them with laser/surgery now or if I should wait. What is the best way to treat them? Should I postpone my pregnancy until I treat the... Read more

Is long distance walking bad for varicose veins?

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Can long distance walking on hard surface (street pavement, cement) cause or speed up the process of development of new or existing varicose veins? If yes, what is the alternative? Should I use compression stoc... Read more

What's the worse that could happen if I don't treat my varicose veins?

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I have varicose veins, but I'm afraid to get them treated. What's the worse that could happen if I don't have them treated? Read more

I have had pain and swelling in my left leg for the last three years. What should I do?

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I have a bluish lump on my right buttocks that sits right next to the seam of my underwear & about 2-3 inches to the side of my vaginal opening. Why?