hi @lizziemnz, and welcome to Connect. Here is some additional information on a variety of treatment options for varicose veins: http://mayocl.in/29WFKIF. I'm also tagging @trouse and @mlemieux who may be able to offer additional insight and advice.
@lizziemnz, how have you currently been treating your varicose veins?
hi @lizziemnz, and welcome to Connect. Here is some additional information on a variety of treatment options for varicose veins: http://mayocl.in/29WFKIF. I'm also tagging @trouse and @mlemieux who may be able to offer additional insight and advice.
@lizziemnz, how have you currently been treating your varicose veins?
I have had varicose veins for years and they never caused any problems (apart from being unsightly). About a month ago I had an attack of thrombophlebitis and so
I went to see a vascular specialist. He sent me to have an ultrasound scan of my legs and I have a follow up appointment with him next week. I'm pretty sure he is going recommend radiofrequency ablation and I am very nervous about this. I was looking for more information about the pros and cons.
hi @lizziemnz, and welcome to Connect. Here is some additional information on a variety of treatment options for varicose veins: http://mayocl.in/29WFKIF. I'm also tagging @trouse and @mlemieux who may be able to offer additional insight and advice.
@lizziemnz, how have you currently been treating your varicose veins?
Hello,<br>Me too, similar problem and I have been referred for vein stripping surgery. I have not had the surgery looking for different options. Ablation seems like. Less risky option. Thank you for sharing <br><br>
I had ablation treatment. In addition to many scars, all of my variscosities came back. Now I have thrombophlebitis from mid calf to groin. Very painful.
@rejugochukwu Welcome to connect We arent Dr's but have lots of experience with our own illnesses we share . Have you seen your PCP about this condition ,you really should see this Dr and your Dr then could recommend a specialist to help you . Don't let this go . Some specialist are a vascular surgeon so hope your under a Dr's care
I had ablation treatment. In addition to many scars, all of my variscosities came back. Now I have thrombophlebitis from mid calf to groin. Very painful.
My right leg is permanently scarred from varicose vein surgery on August 29 2022, and I have had thrombophlebitis for one year. It has been painful to this date. I had to stop P/T from other issues unrelated. I have been experiencing sleep problems due to the pain in the upper right medial calf that radiates up the right inner thigh and travels down to the right ankle. I'm seeing another vein specialist for a 3rd sonogram. The 2nd surgeon was disturbed I picked him with 30+ years experience because he felt I should have gone back to the original surgeon who botched up the surgery. I told him that I had, but I didn't trust him. I see a 3rd specialist on August 22 2023.
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hi @lizziemnz, and welcome to Connect. Here is some additional information on a variety of treatment options for varicose veins: http://mayocl.in/29WFKIF. I'm also tagging @trouse and @mlemieux who may be able to offer additional insight and advice.
@lizziemnz, how have you currently been treating your varicose veins?
I have had varicose veins for years and they never caused any problems (apart from being unsightly). About a month ago I had an attack of thrombophlebitis and so
I went to see a vascular specialist. He sent me to have an ultrasound scan of my legs and I have a follow up appointment with him next week. I'm pretty sure he is going recommend radiofrequency ablation and I am very nervous about this. I was looking for more information about the pros and cons.
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1 ReactionYes, I have had ablation treatment on vericose veins a couple of years ago. It was an easy procedure, and I have had good results. <br><br>
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2 ReactionsThank you for that, it makes mr feel a bit better.
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1 ReactionHello,<br>Me too, similar problem and I have been referred for vein stripping surgery. I have not had the surgery looking for different options. Ablation seems like. Less risky option. Thank you for sharing <br><br>
I had ablation treatment. In addition to many scars, all of my variscosities came back. Now I have thrombophlebitis from mid calf to groin. Very painful.
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1 ReactionI really need help on how to get over my various vain. I now have a wound and skin color change please I need to get over it.
@rejugochukwu Welcome to connect We arent Dr's but have lots of experience with our own illnesses we share . Have you seen your PCP about this condition ,you really should see this Dr and your Dr then could recommend a specialist to help you . Don't let this go . Some specialist are a vascular surgeon so hope your under a Dr's care
Does ablation treatment have any other names it goes by? I have not heard of it.
Ablation therapy is for a very fast heartbeat, from what I have read.
My right leg is permanently scarred from varicose vein surgery on August 29 2022, and I have had thrombophlebitis for one year. It has been painful to this date. I had to stop P/T from other issues unrelated. I have been experiencing sleep problems due to the pain in the upper right medial calf that radiates up the right inner thigh and travels down to the right ankle. I'm seeing another vein specialist for a 3rd sonogram. The 2nd surgeon was disturbed I picked him with 30+ years experience because he felt I should have gone back to the original surgeon who botched up the surgery. I told him that I had, but I didn't trust him. I see a 3rd specialist on August 22 2023.