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Why would my vein not flow properly?
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Can Spironolactone (steroid) treatment make veins more visible?
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I've been on a high dose of Spironolactone for adult acne for the past 2.5 years. Spironolactone affects the levels of aldosterone in the body and I also read it's a steroid. Now that some veins have become mor... Read more
Is there any way to reduce varicose veins without closing (eliminating) them?
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I have a penile varicose vein that is bothering me. Can the bulging vein be reduced without closing or eliminating it? If so, how? Read more
Is closure an option for me?
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I am 40 yrs old and have varicose and spider veins. I also have discoloring and hardening around my ankle. After years, my eighth knee surgery was a replacement but the leg still swells, is painful, and cramps ... Read more
The veins in my hands bulge when my hands are down, but go flat when I raise them up. What causes that?
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I am 63 and work out 3 times a week, on the elliptical and also do weight training. Am taking a Tai Chi class once a week as well as a Yoga class. Read more
Are visible veins throughout thighs normal?
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I'm 26 and have translucent skin on my thighs - you can see deep blue veins running throughout (not varicose, just very visible). Is that normal? I am also starting to get spider veins. Read more
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Can you die if you forgo deep vein reflux treatment for too long?
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I was diagnosed 10 years ago with deep vein reflux. At the time, I was told to wear compression hose, but I haven't had any symptoms. I am 5'7, 130 lbs and have three children. Could I die from forgoing deep ve... Read more
I'm still having vein problems after being treated with laser surgery. What should I do now? How can I solve my vein problems once and for all?
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I have had vein problems for almost 2.5 years now. I had laser surgery but the problems still exist. How can I solve my vein problems once and for all? Read more
How will superficial valve insufficiency affect me long-term? What is the best procedure to address this?
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My legs have been achy and heavy. I had an ultrasound at a vascular doctor's office by a tech. She told me that my right leg has severe superficial valve insufficiency. As for the left leg, the superficial valv... Read more
Am I in the early or late stages of a varicosity? Do I require surgery or another procedure?
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I'm a 42 yr old diabetic with an ulcer-type wound. It's not bleeding, but it's red and there is some pain. Is this the early or late stage of a varicosity? Do I require surgery or another procedure? Read more
Is there a procedure that can remove all of my remaining varicose veins?
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I had varicose veins when I was pregnant with my two children. My legs hurt and my veins would protrude. As soon as I had my son, I had the same problem; they hurt a lot when I was standing. I sought treatment ... Read more
How do I speed up pain and healing of a blood clot in the arm?
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I have a nonocclusive thrombus within the left subclavian, axillary and basilic vein from a picc line. I'm now running a fever, having chills, arm pain radiating into my chest and headaches. I'm on blood thinne... Read more
Can nerve damage in a newborn be repaired?
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While giving birth, the doctors used exceeding force to pull my baby out. As a result, the nerves in his hands were damaged and he cannot lift them. Can the damage be repaired, or will he heal over time? If tre... Read more
The bottom of my legs, ankles, feet are swollen, my veins in my hands & arms seem a little swollen & the color seems to be lighter. What is that??
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On top of the above question my cheeks are a little sunken in, I have no appetite, I get light headed and I'm off balance especially, when walking in the dark. I have little strength. My doctor is not very help... Read more
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