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Varithena Has Made my Leg Hideous

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Varithena Has Made my Leg Hideous

Marguerite718
I had four varicose veins that showed in my right leg. Two were small bumps on the inside of my calf, one was across the top of my calf and one was across the front of my knee. I had no spider veins. The doctor said I had reflux in the great saphenous vein and injected it with Varithena. I followed all instructions to the letter with regard to wearing compression hose. My leg swelled and turned purple. Numerous spider veins and varicose reticular veins broke out on my leg. My leg is permanently swollen and my foot swells so much when I drive I can't wear a shoe. The doctor checked my leg and said I do not have a clot in the deep venous system. The appearance of my leg is so much worse, and the discomfort so much greater than before I had the procedure. I have no idea what to do.

Marguerite718's provider

Subodh Arora

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Replies (3)

July 19, 2022
I am dealing with the same problems and trying to figure out how to get the swelling and pain to go away. I had to go to a second doctor for help. I think we are having an allergic reaction to the Varithena.
June 19, 2023
Did it ever get better for you?
January 26, 2025
Hello,
Did you guys ever get the swelling on and pain away! I think I had allergic reaction as well, did your lets get better?