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I have a big veracos vein and i wanted to know is it safe to remove it?

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Dr. Thomas Wright answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Likely Yes: The removal of varicose veins is generally safe but there is a tiny risk of blood clot from the treatment. Treatment starts with an ultrasound evaluation to see the extent of the problem. The varicose veins can be removed by phlebectomy [surgical removal] or sclerotherapy [injection of medication into the vein to make it go away].Varicose veins are by definition not properly functioning veins.

Answered 12/31/2022

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Dr. John Landi answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Very safe.: Varicose veins are due to leaking (refluxing) valves usually in the saphenous vein system. There is a gold standard of treatment and lesser ways to treat these veins. The gold standard is to have a venous reflux exam and laser closure of the leaking valves followed by microphlebectomies or sclerothrapy of the vv. This is a very safe procedure. See a vein specialist for a venous reflux exam.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Yes!: It is much less safe to not remove it. It takes less than an hour and is durable in the hands of the right doctor. See a vein specialist or phlebologist. Phlebology.Org for a referral.

Answered 10/27/2013

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