5 Questions About Varicose Veins and Their Answers

It’s always important to ask your interventional radiologist questions about your varicose veins, especially if you’re getting a procedure done, because we want you to be informed and comfortable with your diagnosis and and treatment. This process only works if you’re on board too!

We also understand that doctor appointments can be intimidating. Therefore, we have created this list of 5 questions so that you can be prepared for your future vein appointment:

Are there any ways to get rid of varicose veins without these minimally invasive treatment?

Compression socks will improve circulation of blood in your legs; however, they will not get rid of varicose veins.

Will my varicose veins return?

It’s not likely, but new varicose veins can form. Therefore, it’s important to maintain a healthy weight and don’t stand or sit for long periods of time.

Will I be able to resume normal activities after my procedure?

Yes, you should be able to; however, you should avoid strenuous activity.

How do you diagnose varicose veins?

This is usually done by going through your health history as well as doing an ultrasound test. The ultrasound is painless and allows us to see signs of blood pooling in your legs.

What treatment options do you offer?

There are a variety of minimally invasive treatments offered, like sclerotherapy, radiofrequency ablation, laser ablation, and Varithena, that are painless and very effective. Vein stripping, on the other hand, is not the ideal treatment due to the health complications that could result.MIMIT Health offers sclerotherapy, laser ablation, and Varithena