Venous diseases are conditions in the leg veins that prevent blood from flowing back to the heart These are often caused by weakened or damaged veins, which results in blood flowing backwards and pooling in the legs instead. When such instances occur, problems including varicose veins, spider veins, or more serious conditions such as deep vein thrombosis may arise. If left undiagnosed and untreated, they can develop into severe disability.This is why it is important to visit a Vein Clinic for a consultation with a doctor if you notice bulging veins or issues with your body’s circulation. 

Here are some key things you’ll need to know or prepare before your consultation. 

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1. Medical Documents

Bring along a complete set of information about any previous procedures you’ve gone through, the list of medications you are currently taking, and any recent test results that can give your vascular doctor a clearer picture of your condition or what may be causing your problems. Medical history is extremely important as it can affect the type of treatment you’ll be suitable for. Additionally, share with your doctor any symptoms you are experiencing, how long they’ve been present, how frequently they occur, and if you have a family history of vascular diseases. 

2. Dress Comfortably

Comfortable, casual clothing is preferred when you’re consulting a vascular doctor although the vein clinic will usually have gowns available for you to change into. The type of clothing you should wear will also depend on the issues you’re facing. For example, if you are suffering from symptoms in the legs, dress in comfortable footwear and bottoms, such as slippers and loose-fitting pants, that will allow the doctor to do a thorough examination of your legs. 

3. Prepare a List of Questions

To understand your condition better, jot down a list of questions you have regarding your symptoms so that you’ll remember to ask the vascular doctor about them. There might be quite some time between your initial consultation and the day of treatment, and you’ll want to make sure you know everything about caring for your body and managing symptoms during this period. 

4. Get Ready for Vascular Ultrasound

Vascular ultrasound is a crucial part of treatment as it can help with the diagnosis of vein diseases and the treatment of venous conditions. It provides a clearer picture of soft tissues that don’t show up well on x-ray images and aids in the detection of blood clots. It can even capture blood movement within blood vessels. All of this information is critical to a doctor and can lead to faster diagnoses and more accurate treatments. However, some patients may not be suitable for vascular ultrasound. This is why it is important to share with your doctor all about your medical history. Your doctor will then determine whether an ultrasound can be conducted, and whether there is a need to perform other forms of treatment and checks. 

Finding the right doctor to consult for your venous conditions is vital because vein diseases can be debilitating if untreated or misdiagnosed. However, patients should also arrive at their consultations prepared with the information the doctors need. This will ensure a smoother journey to treatment and recovery.

Cheng SC Veins and Endovascular Clinic in Singapore is led by Dr. Cheng, a fellowship-trained vascular and endovascular surgeon with years of experience in treating vein diseases. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.