I went to a doctor yesterday to see if I could get a patch of visible veins that are behind one knee lasered . I assumed it was cosmetic issue. The doctor told me my veins look awful and that I probably have venous insufficiency. He continued I would probably need 10-15 vials to inject them and even then it would be a lifeline problem that will return and get worse as I age
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I was shocked because I hadn’t realized I had a real problem with my veins. Also the doctor’s tone was very curt and he wouldn’t let me ask questions very easily. My parents have no issue with their veins so I am unfamiliar with this problem. I do remember my grandmother having visible blue veins and maybe spider veins on her legs, however she did not have treatment for it.
I am wondering what I can do to prevent future issues with my veins? I have always been veiny , including my hands when they are hanging down, but I thought that was normal for me. I do have some achy soreness in my calves from time to time. I thought it might have been sciatica.
Is aspirin helpful or harmful in venous insufficiency? What about exercise? I like to dance and do martial arts.
Should I eat less salt? More vit C? More vit K? Get my hormone panel done? More water? Lift my bed? Any experiences to share would be appreciated. I am not interested in the 10-15 vials that will not solve the root of the problem if I can help it otherwise.
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I was shocked because I hadn’t realized I had a real problem with my veins. Also the doctor’s tone was very curt and he wouldn’t let me ask questions very easily. My parents have no issue with their veins so I am unfamiliar with this problem. I do remember my grandmother having visible blue veins and maybe spider veins on her legs, however she did not have treatment for it.
I am wondering what I can do to prevent future issues with my veins? I have always been veiny , including my hands when they are hanging down, but I thought that was normal for me. I do have some achy soreness in my calves from time to time. I thought it might have been sciatica.
Is aspirin helpful or harmful in venous insufficiency? What about exercise? I like to dance and do martial arts.
Should I eat less salt? More vit C? More vit K? Get my hormone panel done? More water? Lift my bed? Any experiences to share would be appreciated. I am not interested in the 10-15 vials that will not solve the root of the problem if I can help it otherwise.