I have had a varicose vein in my left leg for about 2 years. The varicose vein runs the entire length of my leg but only a portion is visible. I needed surgery before but I didnt have any insurance. I recently got insurance and last night I woke up with extreme shooting and cramping pain in my left leg, mostly behind the knee and into my thigh. The pain has also been causing my vein to throb and quiver and feel as if my leg is falling asleep although it does not. The new doctor cant see me for about three weeks since I am a new patient and my old doctor moved to florida so I have nobody to ask right now.
What should I do? Is this something to be concerned about? Could this be a blood clot or something more serious? Should I go to the Emergency Room to have it checked out? Just wondering if anyone else has gone through this or has had what I am describing. I developed this at about 24-25 yrs old. I am now 27. Thanks
2006-11-15 05:51:39 · 12 answers · asked by Onecolegirl 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Could you maybe have a Potassium deficiency? My legs ache and I get shooting cramps, It is from lack of Potassium. You should call your Dr. office and describe the pain, they can work you in, if need be for an emergency, because If you go to the ER they will notify your Dr. then. Please don't ignore the pain, especially if you think that it could be a blood clot.
2006-11-15 15:55:03 · answer #1 · answered by Bugg 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Varicose Veins Cramps
2016-12-12 08:15:09 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I turned 28 I already had been in pain, embarrassed, and scared of becoming pregnant. I didn't want my big blue varicose veins to get worse. The All Natural Varicose & Spider Vein Solution program was an easy read and easy to do. Within 21 days there was a big difference in how my legs looked and I can wear shorts without feeling embarrassed. I feel so much better with more energy and for giving me back a healthier body, and the legs that a 28 year old should have.
Naturally heal your veins?
2016-05-16 09:21:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ER is only going to give you pain medication and send you home. We don't do emergency varicose vein stripping.
If you think you have a deep vein thrombosis, then, by all means, go to the ER. With that, your leg should be swollen and painful.
Call a vascular surgeon and see if you can get an appointment there. Don't waste your time with an internist, who will only have to refer you to a surgeon.
Good luck.
2006-11-15 10:18:33 · answer #4 · answered by Pangolin 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Since the cramping and pain has moved to your thigh, you are at increased risk of "throwing" the clot and ending up with a very dangerous pulmonary embolism (clot in the lung). If the clot were in your calf, it may have resolved spontaneously, but that high in your leg, you need to go straight to the ER so they can break up the clot.
2006-11-15 06:36:08 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
After 10 years of struggling with all sorts of creams and pills to treat this embarrassing problem I was able to get rid of my varicose veins by using natural healing methods and alternative herbal home remedies.
Read Diane Thompson's "Varicose Veins Secrets" (also available in electronic format at: http://www.varicoseveinscure.org ). By following this guide book I was able to eradicate my varicose veins pretty fast. God bless!
2014-09-17 12:45:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could go to the Dr. have it checked out, and pay lots of money or you could take 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper in a cup of hot water 3 times a day, or not.
2016-03-19 08:48:31 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, go now, a clot killed my father in March with same symptoms.
2006-11-15 05:57:29 · answer #8 · answered by servantranger 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Same thing happened to my father, you should see a doctor right away.
2006-11-15 06:02:00 · answer #9 · answered by tman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop reading answers now and go to see your doctor...God Bless!
2006-11-15 05:58:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋