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… Overview Venous skin ulcers develop when the lower leg veins are weakened and cannot efficiently move the blood … good exercise for improving blood flow in the legs. Use compression stockings. Specially fitted compression stockings are …
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… vein. Damage to the vein can lead to more pressure in the veins. The increased pressure can cause long-term problems … How is it treated? You may need to wear specially fitted compression stockings to treat post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS). You may …
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… real Stretch marks Lower back pain Pubic pain Sore legs and varicose veins Swelling Constipation Changes in pigmentation on face … your feet. Avoid widely opening your knees. Sore legs and varicose veins Rest and sleep on either side with a pillow …
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… (say "fluh-BEK-tuh-mee") is a procedure used to remove varicose veins. Your doctor will make several tiny cuts (incisions) in the skin. The varicose veins are removed through the cuts. Stitches …
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… also can cause swelling in the feet and ankles and varicose veins . Varicose veins can affect both men and … 20 minutes, 3 or more times a day. Wrap the affected area. Compression, or wrapping the area with an elastic bandage … calf that is swollen. Treat leg cramps. Try wearing support stockings during the day. And take frequent rest periods …
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… for Skin Cancer Laser Surgery for Warts Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins Leg Injuries Lipoma Living With More Than One Health … Stretch Marks, Itching, and Skin Changes Pregnancy: Varicose Veins Pressure Injuries Pressure Injuries: …
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… the drainage of lymph fluid. Gentle exercise and wearing compression stockings or sleeves can help reduce swelling. And using … blood pressure readings, injections, or blood draws. Use compression garments, such as stockings or sleeves, when you …
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… forms in a blood vessel. Sometimes clots happen in deep veins. This is called deep vein thrombosis. It needs medical … your care plan. Take medicines as prescribed, and use compression stockings as directed. Exercise. Talk with your doctor or …
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… it gets lodged in a smaller lung artery. Clots in the deep veins of the arms or pelvis can also lead to a pulmonary … every hour to keep the blood moving through your legs. Wear compression stockings if your doctor recommends them. Symptoms The most …
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… with elastic cuffs. Wear the right size panty hose and stockings. Don't wear garters or knee-high or thigh-high … your doctor's advice about wearing a special bandage or compression garment. These specially fitted stockings or … your doctor's advice about wearing a special bandage or compression garment. These specially fitted stockings or …
