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Lucy Sun

Vascular Surgeon

Dr. Lucy Sun is a top Vascular Surgeon in Irving , . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Lucy Sun is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Lucy Sun is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Lucy Sun is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Irving , Texas, Dr. Lucy Sun is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
Lucy Sun
  • Dallas, Texas
  • State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
  • Accepting new patients

Do they put you to sleep for vein ablation?

Usually no. Local anesthesia is the most common method.

Is pelvic vein embolization painful?

There is occasionally discomfort during the embolization and for a few days after. However, everyone is different. You may notice no discomfort. During the procedure, pain medication READ MORE
There is occasionally discomfort during the embolization and for a few days after. However, everyone is different. You may notice no discomfort. During the procedure, pain medication is usually given by IV.

Which is the best treatment for varicocele?

The best treatment is using fluoroscopy (X-ray) and putting tiny coils into the vein that feeds the varicocele. It's done under local anesthesia and mild sedation.

Do they put you to sleep for varicose vein surgery?

Most often, only local anesthesia is used.

Can X-ray show varicose veins?

No, an X-ray cannot see varicose veins. You need an ultrasound.

Can radiologists treat varicose veins?

Some radiologists can treat varicose veins. More importantly is how long they have been treating varicose veins and do they treat the whole problem (rather than just a part).

What anesthesia is used for spider veins treatment?

No anesthesia is needed. The needle for sclerotherapy is so tiny (size of acupuncture) that anesthetic is not necessary.

Can I get rid of spider veins without surgery?

Spider veins require a simple procedure (performed in the office) where medicine is injected into the tiny vein with a very small needle. Healing does take some people days - READ MORE
Spider veins require a simple procedure (performed in the office) where medicine is injected into the tiny vein with a very small needle. Healing does take some people days - weeks.

Varicose veins wounds

Often, the failure of the valves in the veins is hereditary. Most frequently, they are broken and do not repair themselves. Usually, an ultrasound is needed to diagnose the broken/malfunction READ MORE
Often, the failure of the valves in the veins is hereditary. Most frequently, they are broken and do not repair themselves. Usually, an ultrasound is needed to diagnose the broken/malfunction of the valves and then the veins with the valvular dysfunction are closed sequentially.