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Dr. Ronald A. Kline

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Do medicines help in treating varicose veins?

No they do not. Save your money.

What is the treatment for peripheral arterial disease?

Routine treatments can involve an open operation, opening up the artery with a balloon, placing a stent in the artery, or an atherectomy, a type of operation which acts like a READ MORE
Routine treatments can involve an open operation, opening up the artery with a balloon, placing a stent in the artery, or an atherectomy, a type of operation which acts like a Roto-Rooter. Many times, you know they may have PAD and does not need to be treated. Treatment is predicated upon symptoms.

I notice that I have spider veins on my legs. How is this treated?

You need to have a proper ultrasound looking at the function of the valves within the deep veins of your leg as well as the superficial veins of the leg. Depending upon what this READ MORE
You need to have a proper ultrasound looking at the function of the valves within the deep veins of your leg as well as the superficial veins of the leg. Depending upon what this shows will really dictate her treatment. If he just have spider veins usually sclerotherapy is necessary.

Can I get rid of spider veins without surgery?

The only way to get rid of spider veins once they occur is either with a topical laser or injections called sclerotherapy.

What does laser treatment usually involve?

If you are correct laser therapy is not appropriate for this procedure.

During winters my veins seem to jut out too much. Why does this happen?

The primary treatment for bulging varicose veins is, as a first line, compression support hose.

Are varicose veins the same thing as spider veins?

On a simplistic answer to this question, spider veins are just smaller varicose veins.

Can varicose veins affect ability to become pregnant?

The short answer is: Maybe. More likely though when you get pregnant and they may become much larger. He may have what is termed deep venous insufficiency of your pelvic veins READ MORE
The short answer is: Maybe. More likely though when you get pregnant and they may become much larger. He may have what is termed deep venous insufficiency of your pelvic veins or pudendal vein incompetence. This should be further evaluated.

Do varicose veins go away on their own?

Generally, varicose veins do not go away on their own. You really need to be evaluated by a true vascular surgeon who can give all of your options to you.

Is laser treatment for varicose veins safe?

The term "laser treatment" for her varicose veins as a broad term which oftentimes is not appropriately applied. You really need to be evaluated by true vascular surgeon who has READ MORE
The term "laser treatment" for her varicose veins as a broad term which oftentimes is not appropriately applied. You really need to be evaluated by true vascular surgeon who has an interest in this. He can give you all your treatment options.

Anesthesia during my laser surgery for spider veins?

Generally speaking, the only anesthesia that is used is local anesthesia, kind of like a dentist uses.

What are the symptoms of deep vein thrombosis?

The most common symptom of a DVT is single-sided swelling, edema. Rarely is there any pain associated with it.

Is vascular radiology a better treatment for deep vein thrombosis?

I strongly recommend that you see a true vascular surgeon. He can give you all of your treatment options. An interventional radiologist cannot because he does not have the ability READ MORE
I strongly recommend that you see a true vascular surgeon. He can give you all of your treatment options. An interventional radiologist cannot because he does not have the ability of the training to offer the full spectrum of appropriate care.

Should I consider vein stripping for spider veins?

Veins are really stripped for varicose veins that are spider size. Generally they are treated with sclerotherapy.

What is the treatment for deep vein thrombosis?

If she truly has a deep vein thrombosis than the treatment is blood thinners. Also needs to be combined with lifelong wearing of support stockings. DVT is a serious health issue. READ MORE
If she truly has a deep vein thrombosis than the treatment is blood thinners. Also needs to be combined with lifelong wearing of support stockings. DVT is a serious health issue.

Are there natural ways to treat varicose veins?

The only natural treatment for a varicose vein is wearing compression support stockings.

What can happen if varicose veins are left untreated?

Varicose veins left untreated may sometimes not cause any problems other than getting bigger and unsightly however the long-term medical consequences of venous insufficiency, which READ MORE
Varicose veins left untreated may sometimes not cause any problems other than getting bigger and unsightly however the long-term medical consequences of venous insufficiency, which varicose veins are just a symptom, is white significant. There is an increased risk for clots, swelling of the leg, brownish discoloration of the leg, and open draining wounds that are difficult to heal.

Is walking good for varicose veins?

Walking is an excellent form of exercise, but if you have varicose veins, then you need to wear compression support stockings when doing so.