My 3 months follow up scan shows that the veins are ablated, but after physical activity i feel throbbing and discomfort in my legs. Is this the sign of new veins forming? Is there anything i should do to prevent recurrence. I keep wearing my compression stocking but still worry about recurrence? Thank you
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First of all, make sure that you have a doctor you trust, someone who has answered your questions and is knowledgeable about your condition. Just because a vein is large, does not necessarily mean that it is broken (venous insufficiency) or that fixing it will make you feel better. Ask your...
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...