If you never had foot swollen (before the ligation ) then you have Lymphedema. We have in the groin lymphatic channels as well as lymph nodes .They could have been injured during the groin procedure. Please wear knee level compression stocking and go back to see your doctor!!
Terrible!! You are right; the skin looks damaged. The reason, the high concentration of the solution that was used. With time it should fade.
First the picture is of law quality. As to your question, YES, it is if you are in good hands. As to the small red veins on the cheeks, the best is laser treatment. Injecting into an artery catastrophic as it can cause skin necrosis resulting in an ugly scar.
I am sorry to see that picture. A. Saline is the worst, the most brutal solution that exists. Please go back and see the doctor immediately!
Yes, there is a 10-20% lifetime recurrence rate for VV. But, I am also questioning if the procedure done to you years ago was a complete protocol that your case needed. I can't answer that question. True too, your 40lb wait gain could play a role in the formation of new veins.
