I had EVLT treatment twice and they came back again? Rope like veins from ankle to groin on left leg only.

I think its a good idea to have an ultrasound done not only to make sure the target vein closed but also to rule out any potential complications (although these are very rare).  Having said that, if you are two weeks out and your legs are feeling well, it is very unlikely that...

Anytime you have new pain after a vein procedure, I always recommend getting an ultrasound to evaluate it. The most likely thing causing your pain is tension on the vein as it forms a scar tissue. Once that vein turns into a cord of collagen, it will contract and pull. This is often...

There are two methods that  utilize heat to close veins down. Laser therapy and radiofrequency ablation are these two methods. Both of these work extremely well and the recurrence rate should be less than 5% across-the-board.  If you are still having symptoms, the question is...

With advances in technology we are now able to offer several different options to our patients who need to have a vein closed.  EVLT has a very well established track record as well as an excellent long-term success rate.  EVLT does involve an extra step of injecting numbing medicine...

There would be no reason to perform an EVLT on a normal vein.  Based on your description, I would have a tendency to rely more on the results of the second, more thorough exam.  You certainly can have the spider veins treated properly  with sclerotherapy...

If you experience any swelling in your legs as well as bulging veins, the first line of treatment is daily use of 20-30 mmHg compression stockings.  This usually will help slow down the progression of the problem but usually does not make it go away.  The risks for EVLT and phlebectomy...