Question 1

i have a big varicose vain and want it removed. is this a long procedure and who can so do. costs?

Accepted Answer

Easy procedure- : This is a relatively easy and fast procedure in expert hands, please seek a vascular surgeon.

Question 2

i am 21 years old only but i have so many varicose viens?! its the spider varicose and the green one. what shall i do? its very embarassing to me.? a

Accepted Answer

Lasers/vascular surg: You can see a laser clinic or consult a vascular surgeon.These can be corrected either by lasers, injections or surgery.

Question 3

which home remedy for varicose veinis considered the best?

Accepted Answer

None that works.: Varicose veins are due to leaking valves in the saphenous vein system.  There is a strong hereditary component.  There are many potential home remedies such as horse chestnut, witch hazel and certain kinds of berries but none of these work.  If you have varicose veins, then you should see a vein specialist for a f/u venous evaluation including a venous ultrasound.

Question 4

what to do if i'm affected by varicose vain, my question is shall i walk in the morning, is it effect more?

Accepted Answer

Walking is good: Generally speaking people affected by varicose veins that present symptoms feel worse on standing and sitting for prolonged periods and heaviness, tiredness and ache improve by leg elevation or walking.  Other option for symptomatic relief is using elastic compression.  At times patients would also benefit from removal, ablation or sclerotherapy of varicose veins to decrease symptoms.

Question 5

what causes varicose eczema?

Accepted Answer

Stasis Dermatitis?: Varicose eczema may be another term used to describe "stasis dermatitis".  This is seen on the legs below the knees and results from poor circulation in the legs.  The blood in the veins does not circulate well and pools in the legs and can leak out into the skin.  This causes irritation and then a rash with itching and sometimes pain.  Exercise, support stockings, and topical steroids help.

Question 6

what is the best option to get a large vericose vein removed?

Accepted Answer

Location: Most of the time yes they need to be removed surgically but in some areas when the vein is very superficial or close to skin or bone or at the ankle then sclerotherapy is an option. Check with your doctor.

Question 7

i'm having leg pain and have vericose viens should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Varicose veins can hurt, so pain related to them can be expected. But other vascular causes can also cause pain, such as claudication from poor blood flow and blood clots. Where the pain is, what kind of pain, and various other history and physical exam findings can help clarify the cause.

Question 8

how long does someone with varicose veings usually wear a compression garment during a long flight?

Accepted Answer

Before and after: Your legs will begin to swell as soon as you the plane reaches cruising altitude and even before that as the cabin is pressurized. Putting your stockings on after that is futile. Therefore i always tell my patients to put them on before leaving your home for the airport and don't take them off until you are settled into your final destination. Drink plenty of water and walk while in the air.

Question 9

how can you treat a varicose vein?

Accepted Answer

Get checked first: See a vein specialist and get an ultrasound to see the cause of your problems. Compression hose, exercise and leg elevation will be suggested. If conservative treatment fails you may need ablation, injection or removal of your abnormal veins. See sirweb.Org under varicose veins for info. Use doctor finder same site for interventional radiologist in your area.

Question 10

can varicose eczema happen on thighs?

Accepted Answer

Confusing post : Varicose and eczema are separate issues that do not apply to the same condition.

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I have a big varicose vain and want it removed. is this a long procedure and who can so do. costs?

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I am 21 years old only but i have so many varicose viens?! its the spider varicose and the green one. what shall i do? its very embarassing to me.? a

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Which home remedy for varicose veinis considered the best?

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What to do if i'm affected by varicose vain, my question is shall i walk in the morning, is it effect more?

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What causes varicose eczema?

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What is the best option to get a large vericose vein removed?

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I'm having leg pain and have vericose viens should i be concerned?

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How long does someone with varicose veings usually wear a compression garment during a long flight?

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Can varicose eczema happen on thighs?

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