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What Causes Swelling In Legs For Several Years And Enlarged Veins?

yes i am 28 yrs old i have had swelling in my legs for the last several years one doctor prescribed me a water pill which does help some my legs were not like this when i was younger. what could be the problem i do have some enlarged veins but there not too bad
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Thu, 27 Feb 2014
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Hello,

I have studied your case.

As per your symptoms there is venous insufficiency [varicose vein].

Dilated vein need investigation like venous Doppler and valve study.

Many of my patients find relief with laser treatment for varicose vein.

For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started.
Till time you can consult physiotherapist for help.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief.
I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level.

Vitamin E supplement with carnitine has good results.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

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What Causes Swelling In Legs For Several Years And Enlarged Veins?

Hello, I have studied your case. As per your symptoms there is venous insufficiency [varicose vein]. Dilated vein need investigation like venous Doppler and valve study. Many of my patients find relief with laser treatment for varicose vein. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotropic medication can be started. Till time you can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and interferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise to check your vit B12 and vit D3 level. Vitamin E supplement with carnitine has good results. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.