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What Causes Numbness In Leg After A Vnus Closure Surgery?

Right after I had venus closure surgery to my leg, At the end of this vein right above the ankle, I have a numb like feeling.Now a round scaly area has formed there. I just now notice that on my other leg right above the ankle has formed the same thing, but it doesn t feel numb. What could be causing this?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi,

It could be due to a minor injury to one of the nerves in the leg. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get evaluated.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Numbness In Leg After A Vnus Closure Surgery?

Hi, It could be due to a minor injury to one of the nerves in the leg. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician