I went a few months back to the local Vein specialist for a consult for my varicose veins on my legs, and I mentioned that they are causing me pain. The doctor stated that varicose veins don't cause pain. Never went back to that doctor again.
My wife developed some nasty veins on her legs after our second child. Years later, when they eventually started giving her trouble, she opted for the Radio Frequency ablation technique. The results were astounding. Working out, post procedure, certainly assisted big time in the recovery and sped up the healing process. Looking back, I would suggest having them treated sooner rather than later. Great video.
@decathlete2000 the veins were everything you asked. Quite bad looking. After one treatment and a few months later they have disappeared. The trick is to do some moderate exercise after the procedure. She finds walking outdoors or walking on the treadmill very soothing after the procedure. She has to go back for a follow-up soon to take care of some smaller ones, but the major ones are gone. There is still some numbness in certain areas, but it seems to be coming back over time. I think this is a winner and certainly the least invasive.
I was suffering from varicose veins for over 15 years, It was swollen and heavy I thought they were going to explode in 2010 I decide to have it checked and contact New York veins and had sonogram and they told me I need surgery and they removed the veins cutting along side of my legs, I felt some pain they close the vein with laser it was burning it felt like when you get shot with a gun burning inside, now 13 years later I still never have problems again and my legs looks like nothing ever happened, I have to say thank you to the wonderful doctor for the good job they did, I don't remember theirs names, but the surgeon was a Porto Rican It was a very good decision provably prolonged my life. The cost was $22,500.00 My insurance paid around 17k and they agreed to me not paying the rest of the money, once again thank you very much if you remember me.
So the the doctor performed 2 combined surgeries : a laser one + a conventional one at a time? I’m going to have a conventional one next week, because the laser one I did 6 years ago didn’t work well .
My mom had horrible varicose veins and dealt with blood clots her whole life. In her late 60's, she had several major blockages in her heart. She wasn't a candidate for bypass (because of her veins), but they had just started using stents in the US, so that's what they did. No one believes this story and her doc was shocked too, but shortly after getting the stents, all her varicose veins were gone. I know it shouldn't have happened and no one has much of an explanation, but it's true. She lived another 20 years and had no problems.
I suspect thats how I'm getting mine (maie, early 50s). Also coincided with beginning of covid. Literally saw the first one in spring 2020 out of the blue.
I'm 35, started to have vericose veins in my mid 20s. For the past 10 years havent wore a skirt or shorts as they are not looking great with my veins, i have a standing job and i would have some swelling after work, but never caused me pain, but in the past year they got worse and two months ago i got a clot in my calf and thigh that caused me a lot of pain. I was on blood thining medication and it went away. Now they are going crazy again and the area where i got the clot got flatter, but the vein on my thigh bulged up higher on the leg. (I was told is the superficial vericose veins) now my veins hurt more and the swelling it too much. I am looking forward to getting it treated as it got to the point i cant wait with it no longer. This video was very helpful to help me understand what kind of treatments i can use. I always thought surgery was my only option which was not ideal. Im glad i found this channel in perfect time especially when i was about to get an appointment with the clinic in few days 😊 thank you
The swelling isn't good that's what can lead to a clot.. compression helps.. there not always comfortable but the procedures carry risks too and there no guarantee they won't come back
Hi, my wife sent this video to me. This is what I have been looking for {over 30 yrs} Now, I am in a much better position to make a wonderful medical decision. I will be visiting your medical centre. Thanks.BLESSINGS!💯
Thank you for the info. I did have them stripped when I was in my 30’s and they did come back. Now in my 60’s they are downright painful. Will seek help
WILD... I had varicose veins in the back of my legs in high school and in my 20's. I never experienced discomfort, but did have episodes of legs swelling and throbbing in horrible pain, unable to walk. Growing up on a farm, I was treated like a hired hand and was able to be on my HS swim team. I was instructed by my mother the solution was to wrap the area of my leg in a hot towel soaked with Epsom salt solution, wrapped in plastic and by morning the leg recovered. With age they disappeared, never to return, I am now 70 and the only inflammation is my knee and hip. Thanks for the great information!
@SLOmo, how is the epsom salt solution made? How much epsom salt to mix into how much water? Should the epsom salt solution be heated up and the towel placed into the solution to soak up the hot solution? How sever were your varicose veins? Were they worm/intestine looking like ? Thank you
This is a very serious subject for me, I was a very active healthy man,only 46 years of age, most of my peers could not keep up with me. I developed varicose veins and went to a doctor that was a “Thoracic Surgeon” he was running a. Ken clinic, I guess there were not enough heart attacks in our community for him to be as busy as needed to live his lavish lifestyle. Anyway he performed a vein stripping on my right leg, and later I went home and had a stroke, he introduced an air embolism into my leg that made its way to my brain, via a PFO in my heart, which means a hole in the upper chambers of the heart that allows gas to travel through one side to the other, this is not a good thing, and I have since learned about 25 percent of the population have these PFOs and don’t know it, just like I didn’t. Anyway if you’re thinking about getting a vein stripping you better be 100 percent sure you don’t have this condition, one out four of you reading this post has the same hole in your heart, it doesn’t affect your life in anyway O’Neil you have a quack introduce air into your bloodstream, apparently there is no need to check for PFOs in our area, I do t know what the rules are in your area, but BEWARE! Doctors need money! They may believe the hippocratic oath is the hypocritical oath
About 20 years ago when I was still working, I had both legs operated on for varicose veins. My job and lifestyle caused me to be on my feet a lot. My lower legs were covered with large bulging veins and I originally had a local vein clinic do an ultrasound test and they found huge dilated veins in my upper legs too. Originally my insurance wasn't going to cover the therapy. About a year later I went to my regular doctor with what was a small wet spot on the inside of my ankle. Also there was a lot of darkened skin on both ankles .Turned out that this was the beginning of a small ulcer and it was determined that it was caused by the varicose veins, so then my insurance covered everything. The therapy was actually two different procedures. One was done outpatient at the local hospital and I was unconscious. The doctor basically cut through the skin and hooked the vein with a crochet hook and then cut the vein. Cauterizing the veins to reduce bleeding. Good thing i was knocked out, it would have hurt. Then a couple weeks later, the doctor had me come to his office and with the help of a nurse and an ultrasound tech. They wrapped me up for a surgery with just my knees poking out of the blankets. The doctor did the heat ablation on my upper leg dilated veins, with the help of the ultrasound, he could tell if he was in the vein and how deep he had to go in. I didn't think it hurt, kinda strange feeling having the probe going up inside my leg. He did both legs that afternoon. Apparently he had to do it to a lady in the morning and she was not enjoying it one bit. So everyone is different. I had good results from having this done. Barely missed any work. Cured the mini sore and cleared up the darkened skin. I'm glad that I had it done.
Ultrasound is not the correct procedure. An Endovenous Duplex Scan is the way to go. Ultrasound foam guided sclerotherapy is what you are referring to.
I know you said your glad you had it done, but As of today, do you have any leg pain? any circulation problems? Do you feel better or worse since your procedures?
Thanks for your information on this. Just so you know. I made it through TKR, and I'm super veiny. Thought I was gonna die. This made me feel 100 % Better. And I feel so much better. My leg works! Yes! Pain, you were right about that. Love and hate therapy. But it works! If you work it. Thanks again for your help with this. I'm glad I didn't cancel the surgery. You guys are the best! Shine on! 👍 ❤
@Talking With Docs Your welcome! Have barrett's asophagus, and don't know where it came from... and imbilical hernia. Geez! Previous ovarian cancer patient. In cased in ovary. Still alive and kicking. After 20 yrs. Felt like a cat with nine nine lives. Nice that today we have people like you guys to help us better understand what we'll go through. It's totally appreciated. Thanks so much! Wish you both the best! Have a great life! 👍 😊❤️
My mother had both legs stripped. There were so many veins that had broken the casing and had also gone into her abdomen. She always had to wear these thick support stockings. It had such an impact on me that when I was pregnant I made sure that I elevated my legs at the end of every day. I'm in my 60's and still do it and no varicose veins for me.
Actually there is something you can take, to take care of the varicose vein problem. My uncle had them and they were painful. He would take one clove of garlic twice a day and they completely went away. He also had a bump on the left side of his forehead, caused by a golf ball, when he was a teenager; that too, went away. He continues to take garlic, because of all the health benefits it has, when he feels that he needs to.
Then your report it would suggest that the vein develops of infectious origin as garlic is highly antimicrobial. I wonder how that plays out. I wish someone would look for root causes instead of just saying “hereditary” or “ just happens “ .
@@Jojoma449 The root cause is, excess of estrogen; this is why we see this happen to women the most. In the cases of men, is when they reach a certain age, testosterone levels are lower and the percentage of estrogen is higher. Best thing we can do is, keep our fat percentage in check, consume lots of greens and garlic. I hope, this is of help to someone. God bless!
Thank you soo much for the information... i will definitely start it right away and let you know the results.... I am in constant pain since a week or so, they increased more 😢😢😢
🙈 Cloves narrow, the rosemary narrows the inflammation in the veins, and ginger root too.. and once again I trust him to SHUT YOUR mouth. But yes I'm just fine.. just too much stressing me when I came home. I made it to 69 people's we love again...
You guys are awesome!! Could you plz do a video on spider veins and how to help, also one on the upper back muscles cramping, burning only when standing and what to do. It takes the breath away so painful. Thx
Early 60's started getting venous insufficiency in both legs and was put on Dafflon. Feet and ankles frequently puffy and could not see the normal exposed veins on my feet which had always been visible since childhood. Later discovered it was mostly because I wasnt exercising enough. Started walking 5,000 steps a day minimum, recorded on my cell phone, and I could see the veins on my feet again... puffiness GONE !!
@@apacur I've been vegan for 7 years and more and more whole plant only lately. No fake meats and so forth. I also interval fast where I eat during an 8 hour window every day and I don't eat for 16 hours. When I started adding a minimum of 5,000 steps a day, the puffiness immediately left my feet. That day. I'm still on the Dafflon twice a day and if I continue walking consistently, I'll ask my Cardiologist if I can get off the meds. I'm trying to walk some in the AM and some in the evening to spread it out because I want the positive impact of the increased blood circulation over the whole day a little better. I screwed around with weight and stretching programs for the last 40 years without consistency. Walking every day I can be much more consistent.
I've had EVLT ( not covered by insurance & $$$). Also had stripping & foam saline injections, (which are partially covered depending on your issues/occupation). I can't speak for Ontario but it should be mentioned the wait lists to see a vascular doc for this issue is daunting. (3-5yrs). Private vein clinics also have long wait lists 1 1/2-2 yrs. The Venixxa is very helpful. Highly recommend, approx $25 pkg. The cheapest place to purchase is at Costco pharmacy. Thank you for covering this topic!
Loved this video! What's the difference between varicose veins and spider veins? Is there a treatment for spider veins? Do spider veins turn into varicose veins?
@@veraterri1092 yes there is a product called asclera (scerlotherapy using polidocanol) and it treats spider veins. You can have spider veins without an underlying issue, but you can also have them because of an underlying issue (venous insufficiency) so it is always best to have an ultrasound done to make sure your deep and superficial veins are sufficient.
I've found great success with Red vine leaf!!! I know she said there's nothing you can take, but I'm so glad I tried it. Horse chestnut never did it for me, though I tried it for a long time.
@@lauriea999 it didn't take long to see a difference, but it never totally got rid of mine. It's not nearly as unsightly, though. I'm pleased enough to continue taking.
Take out varicose veins they come back, spider veins, come back also, they really haven't done much on this problem, I have both, surgery on both and they came back with a vengeance. Years ago with surgery thought they would be gone, all for nothing.
Great info. I would love to see EVLT covered by OHIP. Much better option to stripping or ligation and lower recurrence. No need to require patients to have general anesthesia and 2 weeks off work to recover when there are better options out there. Let's hope someone from the MOH watches this channel. :)
Wow. As I watched this & read comments, I elevated my feet. I get aching painful feet after just hours shopping; I always thought I could not do a job that requires working on your feet. This is very informative of the truth of such a health concern.
Switch to homeopathy!! Surgeries are just solving symptoms problem , the issue where vericose starts is not touched hence you will again land up in the same problem + cost and mental stress... Turn to natural remedies , go for homeopathy first
Just ordered some Vanixxa with high expectations, thank you so much! I wear an Incrediwear sleeve on my most affected calf and the compression and circulation technology seem to be working, but I'm eager to try the one supplement you recommended. It's highly rated on Walmart's site. Thanks, again!
Thank you, docs, for addressing such an important issue. I have some experience that may help other varicose vein sufferers. In my case, the cause is hereditary… both my dad and mom had them. The veins were in the back of my legs and the impact affected me to this day. I was a good swimmer and water polo player at school, so cosmetically it was a nightmare for me… I was in a swimming trunks constantly. I decided to have surgery in my thirties, but unfortunately the varicose veins came back with a vengeance. I’ve learned to live with them, but it’s certainly a burden on anyone. Any sufferer must frequently check for the start of ulcers, as these are nasty to treat. Luckily for me, the varicose veins have been painless, I’m now in my seventies and it is, what it is.
Hi sorry you are in pain now wow we have a lot in common. I swam and did water polo until the veins started to show . So I started to run , bad idea maybe but no regrets I loved running until I couldn’t run anymore because of the veins had one of them stripped but now they are back with a vengeance like you said they always come back and re-route . Ouch they hurt me . I wear tights now and just deal with it . Going back to doctor soon to have treatment again . Never ending I think . I don’t have kids so I think that helps .
Manny De Santos- Did you have actual surgery? or did you have a treatment to get your varicose veins closed off? and what do you mean they came back with a vengeance? the same veins that someone performed surgery on came back? Did they actually open back up? or did new veins grow back?
@@Texasgirl2023 A few answers: 1) Yes, I had surgery to both legs... uncomfortable, but not painful. The surgeon removed a vein from my groin in the right leg... the implication was the if I needed a heart bypass operation in future, only the vein in the left leg would be available. 2) Many months after surgery, one small vein in the back of the leg actually burst (while playing golf), but a surgeon managed to seal it with an injection and pressure bandage. 3) The objective of the surgery I had, was to remove the horrible sight of varicose veins. It had affected me badly whilst growing up. 4) After surgery other veins regrew in the same area, by the calf muscles. Same unsightly size as before. I hope this explains better and be aware of the benefits and risks. The moral of the story? Find a very good vascular surgeon.
I have venous insufficiency in both legs. Due to my increased anxiety in deciding on two procedures Laser Surgery vs Guided Sclerotherapy. To close large veins, which procedure is preferred? What are the known risks and complications for both procedures? What is the success rate for both?
Same question here, thanks for bringing it up. Like meditation (zen) position made my legs fall asleep - is it bad? Or good ? Cos my legs then felt lighter. I stopped though because I wasn’t sure what’s happening and didn’t wanna make it worse.
I started getting these when I was 26. During that time, I worked at retail as a cashier for several years and was told we CAN NOT be seen sitting at the register unless we had documented proof of medical conditions that required us to sit. Main reason being, "It makes us look more professional standing and at attention." Though, I've heard prolonged sitting could also cause varicose veins. Honestly i should've chose a more active line of work, where potentially I could've had nice smooth normal legs today. To make matters worse, they've gotten so bad to the point where my veins in my left testical are now swelling up and enlarging. It's a living nightmare, and I greatly regret working at retail.
@TalkingWithDocs Well... it's hard to say if compression stockings would have made a difference or not, my veins have only gotten worse over the years despite me wearing them. And I don't think there's any uh... compression cups... for testicular veins. And even if there was... I don't think I'd wanna wear that, lol.
@@cleanserofnoobs4162 Did you ever investigate to know if you have internal iliac vein reflux? Did any Doc ever tell you that internal iliac vein reflux can cause enlarged veins around the testis? I'm investigating, and it looks like a thing. Do you have little lesions across the veins on your scrotum, as well?
Had minor varicose veins. After a knee replacement five years ago I had to wear support hose for two weeks. After I took them off, no more varicose veins! However, they have recently come back. Time to find that support hose!
Is there any correlation between varicose veins and long term endurance athletes? I’ve developed them in both calves after age 50. But I’m a lifetime (30+ years) endurance guy. Cyclist, runner, hiker. Wondering if 200,000+ KM is a factor. No lifestyle risk factors.
Coming from a medical background. You guys are so amazing. Plus my GF and I love your humor. Your wifes must shake their heads. 😂. Just love you guys and seriously you guys are very informative.
Thanks for the content. Heavy tired legs may be related to Pitting lymphedema in the feet and legs not draining lymph fluid. Correct? Pitting Lymphedema is not the same as varicose veins. However I assume they may be connected to each other? What is the medical term for leaky veins? Is it veno occlusive disorder or deficiency?
@@TalkingWithDocs please do a video detailed on the pros and cons. Because most doctors that I’ve talked with seem to act strange when I ask questions. If I’m paying a doctor, a lot of money I’m expecting great results! I’m not trying to have more problems or have more pain afterwards. It really shouldn’t be any cons to these expensive treatments.
Hello sir, I am from India first of thanks for sharing this video among us...My mom even suffering from same issue.we have consulted many good doctors but none of them cure it..she can't resist her pain. Please suggest me some ideas or medicine to treat her varicose vein .🙏🙏🙏🙏 lots of love from INDIA.
Another EXCELLENT video! Don't you guys ever do a mediocre video? Maybe I've missed 'em, but why not do a few videos about eye problems i.e. Glaucoma, cataracts, etc. Keep these excellent videos coming !!
Thank you Dr. Chan and doctors. I think something happened in my right calf Friday night and I was going to ignore it but now I will check in with my family doc. I would really like the written spelling of the vein supplements please.
Is the "glue" safe ? I'm concerned about the side effects of the glue in my body, and it doet seem like that would last very long concerning the vein closures. Is this the safest method ?
I've tried so many treatments for my varicose veins, but DermalMD Varicose Veins Serum is the only one that's worked for me. It's reduced the appearance of my veins and improved the overall appearance of my legs.
Well done, as usual. Say about a year ago I had my eyes examined by my regular eye doctor. He said “Wait a second, I need to check something”. He discovered that my retina was partially detached. Within a couple of hours I was at University hospital being operated by a Laser specialist. The operation took about an hour with only small pain. Interestingly I never noticed any problems with my vision nor had any pain. By the way I am over 80 years old and in very good health. Your viewers might be interested in this kind of surgery.
Age 65, male, heavy vein situation. No swelling, no pain, no heavy legs. VERY active. Runs in the family, spent most of my life on my feet. I am looking at an intervention. Should I wait until pain or swelling? Comments and your experience appreciated
Had Tri Vex procedure for varicose veins on both legs about 10 years ago. Doc did a great job. Quite painful for a few days, but overall It gave me a lot of relief.
I had my varicose vens first injected and then operated 3 tims, difrent tehnics and they kept coming back after each procedure. I had a standing job all my life, 65 y. now.
Excellent video. Noticed discoloration around both ankles and am getting worried. I eat healthy and exercise a lot, so don't understand why the discolouration.
I’m supposed to have an ablation in my artery in my thigh and removal of varicose veins and spider veins. I’m second guessing it now because of the chance of it coming back worse. I’m early 40’s female. Causes multiple pregnancies, over weight for most of adult life ( currently I lost 40 lbs and working on some more). standing jobs and dr said inheritance but I don’t know anyone that has a problem. My mom has one little one on each ankle, but mine are a lot worse. I’m thinking of just doing the artery and spider veins but will that help? Will the artery try to grow back or new veins around it grow without valves? Surgery in one week. 😬
Curious story. I had rather large varicose veins in one leg and one day as I was playing fetch with my son's dog, he crashed into my leg very hard causing my veins there to expand significantly and to be rather painful. I went to the hospital and they prescribed something for the inflammation. Within a couple of weeks, not only had the veins receded, they had disappeared entirely.
Thanks as usual guys...what were the names of the vascular supplements that Dr. Chan spoke about? I can attest to the genetic piece as my mom had them and I can see that I'm beginning to display them as well.
There are similar products with similar ingredients. Been used in Europe for ages. Diovasc and diosmin are similar products that may be a little less expensive.
I had 1 leg stripped 35 years ago. Any time I feel a vein might be acting up I treat it with an essential oil. I had a client use the oil to relieve her pain due to being on her feet during hot humid summer days
It is caused by excess fluid outside of your vascular system. It can happen for many reasons but most commonly due to low protein content of your blood abs leaky vessels
My doctor honestly and very clearly told me that even with treatment, I will still have to wear compression socks and to sit down if I have been standing for a long time, or to stand up and walk around every so often if I have been sitting for long periods of time, to avoid high heels, etc.. basically precautions need to be taken because I am more susceptible genetically since I have the exact symptoms of my mom, and even my dad has varicose veins. So yeah, precaution and prevention to avoid getting them and to avoid making them worse, before and after treatment. It’s a lifelong process.
I've had big swollen twisty ugly vericose veins in my legs since I was a teenager, had surgery to take a bunch out when I was 24, but they come back. My legs felt ok for walking, and sports, but standing in one place, they start to ache after a few minutes, and they look really ugly, just to go along with being short and bald !
On top of your surgery that you had to get some of the veins removed did you have any type of treatments? If so, which one? and did it make you feel better or worse? Did you have the actual stripping of the veins or phlebectomy?
Thank you! I think this is my FAVORITE vid of your info. Very interesting . Full of info that I hadn't known, I don't have a varicose vein problem but it runs in my family. I'm almost 70 years old and heavy. Learning that bioflavinoids help prevent and that they are found in citrus is very useful data. Thank you. Also that vein stripping results in new little veins but the do not have valves ! Wow. My Mom had massive veins stripped when she was about 50 yrs old. I'm wondering if the lack of new valves contributed to other health problems she had. I've been watching your vids for several years. I learn so much. Thank you , from Southern California, for all these educational videos.
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Thank you so so much..my mum had terrible vains...my five sisters didn't get em but us boys did .myself and my brother...you lovely doctors have made a lot of people very happy...thank you bless you all..
Hi, just wanted to say thank you for the information. I live in a country where we have no options available to us ( who have varicose veins) apart from surgery. This is the first time l am actually hearing about daflon etc,. I had surgery for this already but l am starting to see these veins popping up again and also the cramps are getting more frequent. I have been unsure as to what my options are before viewing this video. So l say a heartfelt thank you and God bless you! I also subscribed to learn more from you guys.
Does the radio frequency really work? Also, is it safe? A microwave device is inserted in the leg, then it burns the vein. It sounds very painful on top of someone who’s already having pain with varicose veins. Also, where does the treated vein go afterwards? Does the treated dead vein just sit in the body? I heard that is somehow gets absorbed by the body, but I don’t see how that’s true. Could you explain? I would hate for a dead vein to just sitting in my body, possibly causing more problems.
RFA and evlt both use different technologies for sealing a vein closed from inside out. Yes it will stay in you body and scar. That's the tugging sensation people feel after getting it done. It's the vein scarring. Now some surgeons don't laser all of the gsv down to lower leg because higher risk of nerve damage lower you go as gsv it's close to saphenous nerve
@@TomA-i4p thanks for explaining! I’m trying to get some real answers because some of these doctors don’t tell the truth and seem clueless when you start asking questions. Most just say things to get some money. I don’t want to get a treatment if it’s going to cause more problems and pain than what I’m having now. But I’m talking about the RFA device. But which one between that one and the glue is safer? And works better?
@@Texasgirl2023 I absolutely 100 percent agree. I been 2 years now studying this stuff because the first Dr didn't explain any of it too me not the risks not the benefits. Even thou his papers he gave me said he did. It's very hard to get straight forward answers to this. From what I read there at least between evlt and RFA is RFA is supposedly the less pain but also I have heard evlt might have a slightly higher closure rate over time. But I believe it's marginal. The glue is newer I don't know much about it. I heard from a ultrasound tech that when she sees the glue procedure being done she worries when it gets higher up the leg it has More of a chance of entering deep system. Which you do not want. Not sure of how good it is on closure rate over time. Sometimes even with the laser and RFA the gsv can open back up again. Not all the time but I heard it's more frequent then they say it is.
I used " Varicose cream ...natural sense brand " cream for legs . It make from ginseng, cordyceps, grap seed, horse chestnut . The varicose veins seem to be much better in a few weeks.
For how many minutes per session did you use it and how many sessions per day ? Did you just stand on the plate or took a specific position/angle ? How bad were the varicose veins ? Bulging worm/intestine looking like or more like dark blue/black spider vein looking like ?
My mother has severe vericose veins on every part of both of her legs. She has had procedures twice. Both times, Her veins were injected with botulinum. The first time, she had bad problems because she was allergic to the botulinum. After, her Dr had to treat her for severe allergy. She was sent in a second time, and again, she was treated with botulinum, even tho they knew her problems. Same thing, all over again. She now refuses to have any more done, because of the reactions she had.
I went a few months back to the local Vein specialist for a consult for my varicose veins on my legs, and I mentioned that they are causing me pain. The doctor stated that varicose veins don't cause pain. Never went back to that doctor again.
Yes mine is hurting badly right now . I have ice on it .
My wife developed some nasty veins on her legs after our second child. Years later, when they eventually started giving her trouble, she opted for the Radio Frequency ablation technique. The results were astounding. Working out, post procedure, certainly assisted big time in the recovery and sped up the healing process. Looking back, I would suggest having them treated sooner rather than later. Great video.
how many therapy sessions did she need to heal ?
were the veins worm like looking, bulging ? or it was not that severe ?
@decathlete2000 the veins were everything you asked. Quite bad looking. After one treatment and a few months later they have disappeared. The trick is to do some moderate exercise after the procedure. She finds walking outdoors or walking on the treadmill very soothing after the procedure. She has to go back for a follow-up soon to take care of some smaller ones, but the major ones are gone. There is still some numbness in certain areas, but it seems to be coming back over time. I think this is a winner and certainly the least invasive.
@@vincentmolloy5660just radio frequency ablation? Or a combination of that and a phelebectomy? What kind of numbness
Did she have to pay ?
How long since she had the procedure n still fine?
I was suffering from varicose veins for over 15 years, It was swollen and heavy I thought they were going to explode in 2010 I decide to have it checked and contact New York veins and had sonogram and they told me I need surgery and they removed the veins cutting along side of my legs, I felt some pain they close the vein with laser it was burning it felt like when you get shot with a gun burning inside, now 13 years later I still never have problems again and my legs looks like nothing ever happened, I have to say thank you to the wonderful doctor for the good job they did, I don't remember theirs names, but the surgeon was a Porto Rican It was a very good decision provably prolonged my life.
The cost was $22,500.00 My insurance paid around 17k and they agreed to me not paying the rest of the money, once again thank you very much if you remember me.
Thanks for sharing !
So the the doctor performed 2 combined surgeries : a laser one + a conventional one at a time? I’m going to have a conventional one next week, because the laser one I did 6 years ago didn’t work well .
Why insurance not paid in full? 5k underpamnt is a lot...
My mom had horrible varicose veins and dealt with blood clots her whole life. In her late 60's, she had several major blockages in her heart. She wasn't a candidate for bypass (because of her veins), but they had just started using stents in the US, so that's what they did. No one believes this story and her doc was shocked too, but shortly after getting the stents, all her varicose veins were gone. I know it shouldn't have happened and no one has much of an explanation, but it's true. She lived another 20 years and had no problems.
Very cool
I suspect thats how I'm getting mine (maie, early 50s). Also coincided with beginning of covid. Literally saw the first one in spring 2020 out of the blue.
What Do you mean by stents please answer and thank you
I have the same problem
3 here I Kam here operacon dhe prap me Jane here cfar mund te bene me Tani me dhemb gjuri
Thank you for your information. I have had varicose veins since I was a kid. I'm in my 70's now. Just the past few years my legs have felt heavy.
Very welcome Ellen
Everyone wishes they had such fun, informative, relatable doctors!
Thanks !
I'm 35, started to have vericose veins in my mid 20s. For the past 10 years havent wore a skirt or shorts as they are not looking great with my veins, i have a standing job and i would have some swelling after work, but never caused me pain, but in the past year they got worse and two months ago i got a clot in my calf and thigh that caused me a lot of pain. I was on blood thining medication and it went away. Now they are going crazy again and the area where i got the clot got flatter, but the vein on my thigh bulged up higher on the leg. (I was told is the superficial vericose veins) now my veins hurt more and the swelling it too much. I am looking forward to getting it treated as it got to the point i cant wait with it no longer. This video was very helpful to help me understand what kind of treatments i can use. I always thought surgery was my only option which was not ideal. Im glad i found this channel in perfect time especially when i was about to get an appointment with the clinic in few days 😊 thank you
Best of luck Agi
The swelling isn't good that's what can lead to a clot.. compression helps.. there not always comfortable but the procedures carry risks too and there no guarantee they won't come back
Hi, my wife sent this video to me. This is what I have been looking for {over 30 yrs} Now, I am in a much better position to make a wonderful medical decision. I will be visiting your medical centre. Thanks.BLESSINGS!💯
Thank you for the info. I did have them stripped when I was in my 30’s and they did come back. Now in my 60’s they are downright painful. Will seek help
There are lots of options for sure. Good luck
WILD... I had varicose veins in the back of my legs in high school and in my 20's. I never experienced discomfort, but did have episodes of legs swelling and throbbing in horrible pain, unable to walk. Growing up on a farm, I was treated like a hired hand and was able to be on my HS swim team. I was instructed by my mother the solution was to wrap the area of my leg in a hot towel soaked with Epsom salt solution, wrapped in plastic and by morning the leg recovered. With age they disappeared, never to return, I am now 70 and the only inflammation is my knee and hip. Thanks for the great information!
That is awesome
Not how it works. They don’t go away. Watch the video at:5:45
@SLOmo, how is the epsom salt solution made? How much epsom salt to mix into how much water?
Should the epsom salt solution be heated up and the towel placed into the solution to soak up the hot solution?
How sever were your varicose veins? Were they worm/intestine looking like ?
Thank you
@@decathlete2000 I think it is 9% solution. Close to blood salt solution
@@irinak43 did you try this espom salt solution method ?
This is a very serious subject for me, I was a very active healthy man,only 46 years of age, most of my peers could not keep up with me. I developed varicose veins and went to a doctor that was a “Thoracic Surgeon” he was running a. Ken clinic, I guess there were not enough heart attacks in our community for him to be as busy as needed to live his lavish lifestyle. Anyway he performed a vein stripping on my right leg, and later I went home and had a stroke, he introduced an air embolism into my leg that made its way to my brain, via a PFO in my heart, which means a hole in the upper chambers of the heart that allows gas to travel through one side to the other, this is not a good thing, and I have since learned about 25 percent of the population have these PFOs and don’t know it, just like I didn’t. Anyway if you’re thinking about getting a vein stripping you better be 100 percent sure you don’t have this condition, one out four of you reading this post has the same hole in your heart, it doesn’t affect your life in anyway O’Neil you have a quack introduce air into your bloodstream, apparently there is no need to check for PFOs in our area, I do t know what the rules are in your area, but BEWARE! Doctors need money! They may believe the hippocratic oath is the hypocritical oath
So sorry to hear this Steven. Hope you are ok now
Which vein stripping the old version where they take out the vein through the upper thigh or newer version
About 20 years ago when I was still working, I had both legs operated on for varicose veins. My job and lifestyle caused me to be on my feet a lot. My lower legs were covered with large bulging veins and I originally had a local vein clinic do an ultrasound test and they found huge dilated veins in my upper legs too. Originally my insurance wasn't going to cover the therapy. About a year later I went to my regular doctor with what was a small wet spot on the inside of my ankle. Also there was a lot of darkened skin on both ankles .Turned out that this was the beginning of a small ulcer and it was determined that it was caused by the varicose veins, so then my insurance covered everything. The therapy was actually two different procedures. One was done outpatient at the local hospital and I was unconscious. The doctor basically cut through the skin and hooked the vein with a crochet hook and then cut the vein. Cauterizing the veins to reduce bleeding. Good thing i was knocked out, it would have hurt. Then a couple weeks later, the doctor had me come to his office and with the help of a nurse and an ultrasound tech. They wrapped me up for a surgery with just my knees poking out of the blankets. The doctor did the heat ablation on my upper leg dilated veins, with the help of the ultrasound, he could tell if he was in the vein and how deep he had to go in. I didn't think it hurt, kinda strange feeling having the probe going up inside my leg. He did both legs that afternoon. Apparently he had to do it to a lady in the morning and she was not enjoying it one bit. So everyone is different. I had good results from having this done. Barely missed any work. Cured the mini sore and cleared up the darkened skin. I'm glad that I had it done.
Ultrasound is not the correct procedure. An Endovenous Duplex Scan is the way to go.
Ultrasound foam guided sclerotherapy is what you are referring to.
Thank you for sharing
@@1961-v9k I’m glad you said this. Because I didn’t know. They did an ultrasound on my varicose veins . But what’s the difference between the two?
I know you said your glad you had it done, but As of today, do you have any leg pain? any circulation problems? Do you feel better or worse since your procedures?
Wow. Good thing you were persistent too
Thanks for your information on this.
Just so you know.
I made it through TKR, and I'm super veiny. Thought I was gonna die. This made me feel 100 %
Better. And I feel so much better. My leg works! Yes! Pain, you were right about that. Love and hate therapy. But it works! If you work it.
Thanks again for your help with this.
I'm glad I didn't cancel the surgery.
You guys are the best! Shine on! 👍 ❤
That is so great to hear Brenda. Glad we could help in any small way
@Talking With Docs Your welcome!
Have barrett's asophagus, and don't know where it came from... and imbilical hernia. Geez!
Previous ovarian cancer patient. In cased in ovary.
Still alive and kicking.
After 20 yrs.
Felt like a cat with nine nine lives. Nice that today we have people like you guys to help us better understand what we'll go through.
It's totally appreciated.
Thanks so much!
Wish you both the best!
Have a great life! 👍 😊❤️
My mother had both legs stripped. There were so many veins that had broken the casing and had also gone into her abdomen. She always had to wear these thick support stockings. It had such an impact on me that when I was pregnant I made sure that I elevated my legs at the end of every day. I'm in my 60's and still do it and no varicose veins for me.
Very nice Cynthia
Wow, you were observant and Glad you noticed with your mom, so you avoided it.
Plz tell about curing Vericocele
Excellent info! Could you do a video on the Spider veins and how to get rid of them? Thanks Docs! 🙃
Yes we can
@Talking With Docs yes would like to see
Thanks for having the nerve to get between these two, Dr. Chan. They are two of the BEST!!
That’s sweet Donna
Actually there is something you can take, to take care of the varicose vein problem. My uncle had them and they were painful. He would take one clove of garlic twice a day and they completely went away. He also had a bump on the left side of his forehead, caused by a golf ball, when he was a teenager; that too, went away. He continues to take garlic, because of all the health benefits it has, when he feels that he needs to.
Then your report it would suggest that the vein develops of infectious origin as garlic is highly antimicrobial. I wonder how that plays out. I wish someone would look for root causes instead of just saying “hereditary” or “ just happens “ .
@@Jojoma449 The root cause is, excess of estrogen; this is why we see this happen to women the most. In the cases of men, is when they reach a certain age, testosterone levels are lower and the percentage of estrogen is higher. Best thing we can do is, keep our fat percentage in check, consume lots of greens and garlic. I hope, this is of help to someone. God bless!
Thank you soo much for the information... i will definitely start it right away and let you know the results.... I am in constant pain since a week or so, they increased more 😢😢😢
@@zikrakhan503 Did you try the garlic treatment for varicose veins? Can I know the results?
🙈 Cloves narrow, the rosemary narrows the inflammation in the veins, and ginger root too.. and once again I trust him to SHUT YOUR mouth. But yes I'm just fine.. just too much stressing me when I came home. I made it to 69 people's we love again...
You guys are awesome!!
Could you plz do a video on spider veins and how to help, also one on the upper back muscles cramping, burning only when standing and what to do. It takes the breath away so painful. Thx
Yes will add to the list
Early 60's started getting venous insufficiency in both legs and was put on Dafflon. Feet and ankles frequently puffy and could not see the normal exposed veins on my feet which had always been visible since childhood. Later discovered it was mostly because I wasnt exercising enough. Started walking 5,000 steps a day minimum, recorded on my cell phone, and I could see the veins on my feet again... puffiness GONE !!
Yay Mal! Way to go
How long did it take to notice a difference-- ? All are gone?
@@apacur I've been vegan for 7 years and more and more whole plant only lately. No fake meats and so forth. I also interval fast where I eat during an 8 hour window every day and I don't eat for 16 hours. When I started adding a minimum of 5,000 steps a day, the puffiness immediately left my feet. That day. I'm still on the Dafflon twice a day and if I continue walking consistently, I'll ask my Cardiologist if I can get off the meds. I'm trying to walk some in the AM and some in the evening to spread it out because I want the positive impact of the increased blood circulation over the whole day a little better. I screwed around with weight and stretching programs for the last 40 years without consistency. Walking every day I can be much more consistent.
I've had EVLT ( not covered by insurance & $$$). Also had stripping & foam saline injections, (which are partially covered depending on your issues/occupation). I can't speak for Ontario but it should be mentioned the wait lists to see a vascular doc for this issue is daunting. (3-5yrs). Private vein clinics also have long wait lists
1 1/2-2 yrs. The Venixxa is very helpful. Highly recommend, approx $25 pkg. The cheapest place to purchase is at Costco pharmacy. Thank you for covering this topic!
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for making these awesome and really informative videos.
Thanks S you are welcome
Loved this video! What's the difference between varicose veins and spider veins? Is there a treatment for spider veins? Do spider veins turn into varicose veins?
Usually the spider veins are more superficial and aren’t necessarily associated with pain. They will not necessarily turn into varicose veins
is they any treatment for spider veins, that can remove it completely. 11:06
@@veraterri1092 yes there is a product called asclera (scerlotherapy using polidocanol) and it treats spider veins. You can have spider veins without an underlying issue, but you can also have them because of an underlying issue (venous insufficiency) so it is always best to have an ultrasound done to make sure your deep and superficial veins are sufficient.
Thank you for this informative episode. Can you please write the supplement mentioned?
Venixxa
@@ellem8997 Thank you
@@dinahu.s.a.2663 And Daflon 😀
Thanks Elle
I've found great success with Red vine leaf!!! I know she said there's nothing you can take, but I'm so glad I tried it. Horse chestnut never did it for me, though I tried it for a long time.
How long did you take it for ? I just ordered some
@@lauriea999 it didn't take long to see a difference, but it never totally got rid of mine. It's not nearly as unsightly, though. I'm pleased enough to continue taking.
@@crickadoodle1 awesome anything will help I'm trying to avoid surgery I work 14 hour shifts so , I am always adding insult to injury 🙏
@@lauriea999 I hope it's an answer for you.🙏
@@lauriea999 Laurie, did you try the red vine leaf? How did it work for you?
Thank you for this video. I would love to see one on the difference between lipoedema and lymphedema.
What is the safest method? The one with less complications after words? Is there complications after any of these methods?
Hi Carol. All procedure have risks and benefits but the trend is towards laser and injections rather than stripping
Please do one on spider veins and the best way a doctor can treat them.
Take out varicose veins they come back, spider veins, come back also, they really haven't done much on this problem, I have both, surgery on both and they came back with a vengeance. Years ago with surgery thought they would be gone, all for nothing.
Spider veins are often caused by varicose veins and can be injected as well
@@wilcox728 same
Great video thanks for sharing. I need to get mine treated and removed
Hopefully this helped then
Great info. I would love to see EVLT covered by OHIP. Much better option to stripping or ligation and lower recurrence. No need to require patients to have general anesthesia and 2 weeks off work to recover when there are better options out there. Let's hope someone from the MOH watches this channel. :)
Yeah right 😀
Wow. As I watched this & read comments, I elevated my feet. I get aching painful feet after just hours shopping; I always thought I could not do a job that requires working on your feet. This is very informative of the truth of such a health concern.
The quality of the wall of the vein is not good enough to repair. They are very thin. Not like an artery. Good thought though
I needed this information! It comes at the right time. Thanks a ton Doc's. ❤
Very welcome Kiran
Switch to homeopathy!!
Surgeries are just solving symptoms problem , the issue where vericose starts is not touched hence you will again land up in the same problem + cost and mental stress...
Turn to natural remedies , go for homeopathy first
Just ordered some Vanixxa with high expectations, thank you so much! I wear an Incrediwear sleeve on my most affected calf and the compression and circulation technology seem to be working, but I'm eager to try the one supplement you recommended. It's highly rated on Walmart's site. Thanks, again!
Hope you like it!
Thank you, docs, for addressing such an important issue. I have some experience that may help other varicose vein sufferers. In my case, the cause is hereditary… both my dad and mom had them. The veins were in the back of my legs and the impact affected me to this day. I was a good swimmer and water polo player at school, so cosmetically it was a nightmare for me… I was in a swimming trunks constantly. I decided to have surgery in my thirties, but unfortunately the varicose veins came back with a vengeance. I’ve learned to live with them, but it’s certainly a burden on anyone. Any sufferer must frequently check for the start of ulcers, as these are nasty to treat. Luckily for me, the varicose veins have been painless, I’m now in my seventies and it is, what it is.
Hi sorry you are in pain now wow we have a lot in common. I swam and did water polo until the veins started to show . So I started to run , bad idea maybe but no regrets I loved running until I couldn’t run anymore because of the veins had one of them stripped but now they are back with a vengeance like you said they always come back and re-route . Ouch they hurt me . I wear tights now and just deal with it . Going back to doctor soon to have treatment again . Never ending I think . I don’t have kids so I think that helps .
Thanks for sharing
Manny De Santos- Did you have actual surgery? or did you have a treatment to get your varicose veins closed off? and what do you mean they came back with a vengeance? the same veins that someone performed surgery on came back? Did they actually open back up? or did new veins grow back?
@@ginamarie5575 I'm not in pain, thankfully, but other the veins grew on the surface of the calf muscles after surgery.
@@Texasgirl2023 A few answers:
1) Yes, I had surgery to both legs... uncomfortable, but not painful. The surgeon removed a vein from my groin in the right leg... the implication was the if I needed a heart bypass operation in future, only the vein in the left leg would be available.
2) Many months after surgery, one small vein in the back of the leg actually burst (while playing golf), but a surgeon managed to seal it with an injection and pressure bandage.
3) The objective of the surgery I had, was to remove the horrible sight of varicose veins. It had affected me badly whilst growing up.
4) After surgery other veins regrew in the same area, by the calf muscles. Same unsightly size as before.
I hope this explains better and be aware of the benefits and risks. The moral of the story? Find a very good vascular surgeon.
I have venous insufficiency in both legs. Due to my increased anxiety in deciding on two procedures Laser Surgery vs Guided Sclerotherapy. To close large veins, which procedure is preferred? What are the known risks and complications for both procedures? What is the success rate for both?
Awesome video as always. So informative! Thanks for sharing this information. 👍
Welcome Lenora
Great information, I suppose now after this wonderful video I will go see a doctor! Thank you'll so much, this was much needed for me!
Great as usual! Thank-you for the info & humour. You guys are the best. Don’t change.
Thanks Mel. Will try not to
Thank you, very informative! Question, does crossing your legs make a person more prone to varicose veins?
Same question here, thanks for bringing it up. Like meditation (zen) position made my legs fall asleep - is it bad? Or good ? Cos my legs then felt lighter. I stopped though because I wasn’t sure what’s happening and didn’t wanna make it worse.
I started getting these when I was 26. During that time, I worked at retail as a cashier for several years and was told we CAN NOT be seen sitting at the register unless we had documented proof of medical conditions that required us to sit. Main reason being, "It makes us look more professional standing and at attention." Though, I've heard prolonged sitting could also cause varicose veins. Honestly i should've chose a more active line of work, where potentially I could've had nice smooth normal legs today. To make matters worse, they've gotten so bad to the point where my veins in my left testical are now swelling up and enlarging. It's a living nightmare, and I greatly regret working at retail.
Hard to say if a different job would have made a difference. Compression stockings go a long way
@TalkingWithDocs Well... it's hard to say if compression stockings would have made a difference or not, my veins have only gotten worse over the years despite me wearing them. And I don't think there's any uh... compression cups... for testicular veins. And even if there was... I don't think I'd wanna wear that, lol.
@@cleanserofnoobs4162 Did you ever investigate to know if you have internal iliac vein reflux? Did any Doc ever tell you that internal iliac vein reflux can cause enlarged veins around the testis? I'm investigating, and it looks like a thing. Do you have little lesions across the veins on your scrotum, as well?
Oh my goodness, so the true color comes out in their humor! Geekhood is good. Thanks docs for this video. I enjoyed it.
Hey docs and Dr.Chen!! Thanks for sharing another fascinating video!!
Welcome
Had laser for Varicose veins but post 2 weeks of the surgery its back! Had DVT earlier! What do you suggest ?
Had minor varicose veins. After a knee replacement five years ago I had to wear support hose for two weeks. After I took them off, no more varicose veins! However, they have recently come back. Time to find that support hose!
Get that hose on!
Why would the compression hose eliminate the veins?
@@apacur Only reporting what happened. No idea why except, apparently, they helped the blood flow as it should.
Do they have compression for upper thigh? I have huge ones on just one thigh in the inside
Is there any correlation between varicose veins and long term endurance athletes? I’ve developed them in both calves after age 50. But I’m a lifetime (30+ years) endurance guy. Cyclist, runner, hiker. Wondering if 200,000+ KM is a factor. No lifestyle risk factors.
Coming from a medical background. You guys are so amazing. Plus my GF and I love your humor. Your wifes must shake their heads. 😂. Just love you guys and seriously you guys are very informative.
Thanks so much Cindi! And yes they do 🤣
Thanks for the content. Heavy tired legs may be related to Pitting lymphedema in the feet and legs not draining lymph fluid. Correct? Pitting Lymphedema is not the same as varicose veins. However I assume they may be connected to each other? What is the medical term for leaky veins? Is it veno occlusive disorder or deficiency?
I have them bad .had them since 12 now 63. Never no pain. And don't dare to where shorts. Something in life to deal with. It's not life threatening.
Sorry to hear that Shannon
Which treatments are very effective??
Almost all of the surgical interventions. Injections. Laser. Glue. Stripping. All have pros and cons.
@@TalkingWithDocs please do a video detailed on the pros and cons. Because most doctors that I’ve talked with seem to act strange when I ask questions. If I’m paying a doctor, a lot of money I’m expecting great results! I’m not trying to have more problems or have more pain afterwards. It really shouldn’t be any cons to these expensive treatments.
Great video doctors!!!!
Love, love your channel ❤
Thanks
Hello sir, I am from India first of thanks for sharing this video among us...My mom even suffering from same issue.we have consulted many good doctors but none of them cure it..she can't resist her pain. Please suggest me some ideas or medicine to treat her varicose vein .🙏🙏🙏🙏 lots of love from INDIA.
Hi Docs and Dr Chan, many thanks for a fascinating, informative and very helpful video
Welcome David
Thank you for this. I am learning so much!
could you guys possibly make a video on the best products for hormonal acne
We can add it to the list for sure and try and get an expert
@@TalkingWithDocs thank you so much for considering! i found out about you guys the other day and have enjoyed your content since 🙂
Great video. Found it to be very informative. Thank you.
Love your video's. You guess do the best at explaining thing to us non medical professionals
That’s the goal Paul
My mom’s VERICOSE veins started paining, swelling and numb, in that case what home remedies to do to relieve her pain and numbness. Thanks 🙏
Another EXCELLENT video! Don't you guys ever do a mediocre video? Maybe I've missed 'em, but why not do a few videos about eye problems i.e. Glaucoma, cataracts, etc. Keep these excellent videos coming !!
Hi Chad. We did have a 3 episode series with our ophthalmologist about glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration. You should watch them!
Thank you Dr. Chan and doctors. I think something happened in my right calf Friday night and I was going to ignore it but now I will check in with my family doc.
I would really like the written spelling of the vein supplements please.
Very well dissected, Docs.. Thank You!!
Welcome Kiss Kiss
Is the "glue" safe ? I'm concerned about the side effects of the glue in my body, and it doet seem like that would last very long concerning the vein closures.
Is this the safest method ?
Thank you for sharing Dr. Chan!
Welcome
Are the supplements prescribed or over the counter?
Over the counter
I've tried so many treatments for my varicose veins, but DermalMD Varicose Veins Serum is the only one that's worked for me. It's reduced the appearance of my veins and improved the overall appearance of my legs.
Nice
That’s wonderful news! What type of Practioner does this kind of procedure please?
Well done, as usual. Say about a year ago I had my eyes examined by my regular eye doctor. He said “Wait a second, I need to check something”. He discovered that my retina was partially detached. Within a couple of hours I was at University hospital being operated by a Laser specialist. The operation took about an hour with only small pain. Interestingly I never noticed any problems with my vision nor had any pain. By the way I am over 80 years old and in very good health. Your viewers might be interested in this kind of surgery.
Thank you for sharing Ken
Age 65, male, heavy vein situation. No swelling, no pain, no heavy legs. VERY active. Runs in the family, spent most of my life on my feet. I am looking at an intervention. Should I wait until pain or swelling? Comments and your experience appreciated
So pain and swelling are both good reasons to seek treatment. Cosmesis less so. Obviously ultimately up to you. Best of luck
Had Tri Vex procedure for varicose veins on both legs about 10 years ago. Doc did a great job. Quite painful for a few days, but overall It gave me a lot of relief.
That’s good to hear G
Transilluminated phelebectomy? Is there a reason you chose that over regular phelebectomy?
I had my varicose vens first injected and then operated 3 tims, difrent tehnics and they kept coming back after each procedure. I had a standing job all my life, 65 y. now.
Sorry to hear that Lucia
Great video but what about spider veins? If you have them does that mean you are likely to have varicose veins in the future? Thanks!
No actually opposite. Varicose veins can lead to spider veins
Excellent video. Noticed discoloration around both ankles and am getting worried. I eat healthy and exercise a lot, so don't understand why the discolouration.
Read about Stasis. It could be from your veins or other health issues. I have it on my left ankel.
Great video! Thank you Dr. Chan!
Welcome Michael
I’m supposed to have an ablation in my artery in my thigh and removal of varicose veins and spider veins. I’m second guessing it now because of the chance of it coming back worse.
I’m early 40’s female. Causes multiple pregnancies, over weight for most of adult life ( currently I lost 40 lbs and working on some more). standing jobs and dr said inheritance but I don’t know anyone that has a problem. My mom has one little one on each ankle, but mine are a lot worse.
I’m thinking of just doing the artery and spider veins but will that help? Will the artery try to grow back or new veins around it grow without valves?
Surgery in one week. 😬
Thanks great information! You Docs are a riot! Love your videos!
Thanks Darlene
I listened over and over, what is the supplement called?
Venixxa
Curious story. I had rather large varicose veins in one leg and one day as I was playing fetch with my son's dog, he crashed into my leg very hard causing my veins there to expand significantly and to be rather painful. I went to the hospital and they prescribed something for the inflammation. Within a couple of weeks, not only had the veins receded, they had disappeared entirely.
Hi,
What did they prescribe exactly and how much did you take ?
Thank you
@@decathlete2000 My memory fails me but I'm fairly certain it was ES Advil and I believe I took the daily maximum for 2 weeks.
@@christophercharles3169 how ad were the varicose veins? Were they worms/intestine looking like ? Or more like spider veins, just dark blue veins ?
@@decathlete2000 The former. They were quite large with little color.
That be is awesome. Good dog 🐕
What was the supplement she said to take?
Venixxa or Daflon
Thanks as usual guys...what were the names of the vascular supplements that Dr. Chan spoke about? I can attest to the genetic piece as my mom had them and I can see that I'm beginning to display them as well.
Venixxa
@@ellem8997 Interesting that its targeted toward the treatment of hemorrhoids but I guess the effect would be the same. Thanks for the tip!
There are similar products with similar ingredients. Been used in Europe for ages. Diovasc and diosmin are similar products that may be a little less expensive.
I had 1 leg stripped 35 years ago. Any time I feel a vein might be acting up I treat it with an essential oil. I had a client use the oil to relieve her pain due to being on her feet during hot humid summer days
Venixxa. Now you know
What is the range of cost for the laser surgery? Please have a more thorough discussion on the cost.
I was told 3.5 K per leg. 6K for both. It’s for laser in Ontario
I want to know more about Pitting Edema. Why it happens, how it happens? Why in the hands and fingers?
Pitting edema is usually in the legs from too much salt, sugar, high carb, not enough exercise as well as heart disease & kidney disease.
It is caused by excess fluid outside of your vascular system. It can happen for many reasons but most commonly due to low protein content of your blood abs leaky vessels
@@TalkingWithDocs thanks
@talkingwithdocs. Thank you! I am plant based. Perhaps I need to pay more attention.
@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you!
I have unattractive hand veins. They are very pronounced looking. Can I get rid of them with sclerotherapy or do I need these ropes veins?
They usually are not addressed in the hands but may be worth a discussion with a local surgeon. Our inclination would be to leave it
So helpful. Thank you!!
Thank you !
My doctor honestly and very clearly told me that even with treatment, I will still have to wear compression socks and to sit down if I have been standing for a long time, or to stand up and walk around every so often if I have been sitting for long periods of time, to avoid high heels, etc.. basically precautions need to be taken because I am more susceptible genetically since I have the exact symptoms of my mom, and even my dad has varicose veins. So yeah, precaution and prevention to avoid getting them and to avoid making them worse, before and after treatment. It’s a lifelong process.
Yes let’s blame it on our parents! 😂
I've had big swollen twisty ugly vericose veins in my legs since I was a teenager, had surgery to take a bunch out when I was 24, but they come back. My legs felt ok for walking, and sports, but standing in one place, they start to ache after a few minutes, and they look really ugly, just to go along with being short and bald !
There are better options now Kevin
On top of your surgery that you had to get some of the veins removed did you have any type of treatments? If so, which one? and did it make you feel better or worse? Did you have the actual stripping of the veins or phlebectomy?
Thank you! I think this is my FAVORITE vid of your info. Very interesting . Full of info that I hadn't known, I don't have a varicose vein problem but it runs in my family. I'm almost 70 years old and heavy. Learning that bioflavinoids help prevent and that they are found in citrus is very useful data. Thank you. Also that vein stripping results in new little veins but the do not have valves ! Wow. My Mom had massive veins stripped when she was about 50 yrs old. I'm wondering if the lack of new valves contributed to other health problems she had. I've been watching your vids for several years. I learn so much. Thank you , from Southern California, for all these educational videos.
Very welcome. Love Southern California!
Thank you, doctors. We appreciate you.
Welcome
Could I have the written form of those supplements for the veins please?
أصبت بأنزلاق فى ضهرى وكأن ألالم يضرب بقلبى من الوجع ذهبت إلى طبيب الطوارئ وكان أزدحام قالت السكرتيرة أنتضرى 10 ساعه ويأتيك الرقم لكن أنصحك لذهاب لبيتك وأسترخى واخذى lorica and panadol حسيت بفرق شاسع وكان الالم مدمر والأن فى تحسن
Glad to hear that
Thank you so so much..my mum had terrible vains...my five sisters didn't get em but us boys did .myself and my brother...you lovely doctors have made a lot of people very happy...thank you bless you all..
More from Dr. Chan! She's great!!
She sure is. We have another coming this week
Hi, just wanted to say thank you for the information. I live in a country where we have no options available to us ( who have varicose veins) apart from surgery. This is the first time l am actually hearing about daflon etc,. I had surgery for this already but l am starting to see these veins popping up again and also the cramps are getting more frequent. I have been unsure as to what my options are before viewing this video. So l say a heartfelt thank you and God bless you! I also subscribed to learn more from you guys.
Can you talk about how to get rid of or prevent spider veins
We can add it to the list
Great! Sounds good. Take care 🙂
What suppliment do you recomended? Thank you
Venessa
Does the radio frequency really work? Also, is it safe? A microwave device is inserted in the leg, then it burns the vein. It sounds very painful on top of someone who’s already having pain with varicose veins. Also, where does the treated vein go afterwards? Does the treated dead vein just sit in the body? I heard that is somehow gets absorbed by the body, but I don’t see how that’s true. Could you explain? I would hate for a dead vein to just sitting in my body, possibly causing more problems.
RFA and evlt both use different technologies for sealing a vein closed from inside out. Yes it will stay in you body and scar. That's the tugging sensation people feel after getting it done. It's the vein scarring. Now some surgeons don't laser all of the gsv down to lower leg because higher risk of nerve damage lower you go as gsv it's close to saphenous nerve
So yes they can work. The vein scars in and new veins are made around it. It doesn’t get absorbed per se.
@@TomA-i4p thanks for explaining! I’m trying to get some real answers because some of these doctors don’t tell the truth and seem clueless when you start asking questions. Most just say things to get some money. I don’t want to get a treatment if it’s going to cause more problems and pain than what I’m having now. But I’m talking about the RFA device. But which one between that one and the glue is safer? And works better?
@@Texasgirl2023 I absolutely 100 percent agree. I been 2 years now studying this stuff because the first Dr didn't explain any of it too me not the risks not the benefits. Even thou his papers he gave me said he did. It's very hard to get straight forward answers to this. From what I read there at least between evlt and RFA is RFA is supposedly the less pain but also I have heard evlt might have a slightly higher closure rate over time. But I believe it's marginal. The glue is newer I don't know much about it. I heard from a ultrasound tech that when she sees the glue procedure being done she worries when it gets higher up the leg it has More of a chance of entering deep system. Which you do not want. Not sure of how good it is on closure rate over time. Sometimes even with the laser and RFA the gsv can open back up again. Not all the time but I heard it's more frequent then they say it is.
Hi Dr Chan! Can u please let me know the name of vein supplement again as I have very bad varicose as a woman & working as a nurse. Thanks!
Venixxa
Fantastic. Thanks
I used " Varicose cream ...natural sense brand " cream for legs . It make
from ginseng, cordyceps, grap seed, horse chestnut . The varicose veins
seem to be much better in a few weeks.
Nice
Butcher's Broom herb is helpful too
I got rid of my varicose veins in a few months with a vibration plate .... it also helped my leg swelling and my knee pain
Want did you do
For how many minutes per session did you use it and how many sessions per day ? Did you just stand on the plate or took a specific position/angle ?
How bad were the varicose veins ? Bulging worm/intestine looking like or more like dark blue/black spider vein looking like ?
My mother has severe vericose veins on every part of both of her legs. She has had procedures twice. Both times, Her veins were injected with botulinum. The first time, she had bad problems because she was allergic to the botulinum. After, her Dr had to treat her for severe allergy. She was sent in a second time, and again, she was treated with botulinum, even tho they knew her problems. Same thing, all over again. She now refuses to have any more done, because of the reactions she had.
That’s unfortunate. Go somewhere else where they can do something different
So, what options are there for people with damage to the deep veins? Besides compression stockings.
So Dr Chan reviews the choices in this video. Vitamins. Elevation. Sclerosing agents. Endovascular laser. Glue. And stripping.
Does vitamin K2 help in anyway to alleviate it?
No not really
Great video , does donating blood help with this problem too ? 😀
Nope. Wouldn’t help or hinder
@@TalkingWithDocs thank you I appreciate you taking the time to help me , hope your having a great day take care and keep up the amazing work