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Dr. Madhavi Meka, MD
Vascular Surgeon
Dr. Madhavi Meka is a vascular surgeon practicing in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Meka specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Meka diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.
Dr. Madhavi Meka, MD
- Phoenix, AZ
- Gandhi Medical College
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Can spider veins go away on their own?
Spider veins do not go away on their own. You can prevent them from getting worse by wearing compression stockings and elevating legs when possible. You may undergo Sclerotherapy READ MORE
Spider veins do not go away on their own. You can prevent them from getting worse by wearing compression stockings and elevating legs when possible. You may undergo Sclerotherapy to get rid of them. I would strongly recommend seeing a vascular surgeon before getting cosmetic Sclerotherapy. Often times these are the tip of iceberg and you likely have problems with large veins under your skin that are under pressure
During winters my veins seem to jut out too much. Why does this happen?
Most of us are less active in winter than in summer. This leads to more stagnation of blood, veins become more enlarged and obvious. Some patients tend to have more symptoms as READ MORE
Most of us are less active in winter than in summer. This leads to more stagnation of blood, veins become more enlarged and obvious. Some patients tend to have more symptoms as well.
What can happen if varicose veins are left untreated?
It will depend on the reason you have those varicose veins, to begin with. In general though as long as you wear compression stockings daily- medical grade 20-30 mm Hg preferably READ MORE
It will depend on the reason you have those varicose veins, to begin with. In general though as long as you wear compression stockings daily- medical grade 20-30 mm Hg preferably thigh-high, symptoms will be stable. Also, consider leg elevation when resting, foot pumps while standing for long periods, and ambulate for 30 min twice daily. Without stockings, the disease can worsen to the point of developing heaviness, fatigue, and swelling in the legs. In extreme cases, one may develop ulcers or bleeding varicose veins.
Do varicose veins go away on their own?
Varicose veins do not go away on their own. You can prevent them from getting worse by wearing compression stockings. If you have symptoms such as pain, swelling and heaviness READ MORE
Varicose veins do not go away on their own. You can prevent them from getting worse by wearing compression stockings. If you have symptoms such as pain, swelling and heaviness you should see a vascular surgeon
Should I consider vein stripping for spider veins?
Hi. It depends on the size of the veins. These days there are injectables available that take care of larger veins as well with minimal pain. Stripping is rarely necessary.
What's done for spider veins on the face?
Please post this question for plastic surgery.
Can I get rid of spider veins without surgery?
Spider veins are generally treated with injection of solution that displaces blood within them and reroutes blood to other veins. This results in decompressing them and making READ MORE
Spider veins are generally treated with injection of solution that displaces blood within them and reroutes blood to other veins. This results in decompressing them and making them appear less obvious.
What is the treatment for peripheral arterial disease?
The treatment can range from an exercise program to build collateral pathways around blocked arteries, medications to dilate blood vessels and make blood thinner for easy blood READ MORE
The treatment can range from an exercise program to build collateral pathways around blocked arteries, medications to dilate blood vessels and make blood thinner for easy blood flow, angiogram and stent placement in blocked arteries to surgical procedures where clogged arteries may be clean or bypassed. The choice depends on the severity of symptoms. Most patients can be managed conservatively without procedures.
I notice that I have spider veins on my legs. How is this treated?
If you have spider veins only and not varicose veins( these are larger than 3 mm), you can get injection Sclerotherapy. This is an outpatient procedure with the injection of a READ MORE
If you have spider veins only and not varicose veins( these are larger than 3 mm), you can get injection Sclerotherapy. This is an outpatient procedure with the injection of a chemical directly into the veins.
How are blood clots in the veins diagnosed?
It generally presents with pain and swelling if in the legs/arms/neck or Ortega visible areas. If in the lungs it causes difficulty breathing and chest pain. Similarly, in the READ MORE
It generally presents with pain and swelling if in the legs/arms/neck or Ortega visible areas. If in the lungs it causes difficulty breathing and chest pain. Similarly, in the abdomen, it can cause pain and vomiting. Difficulty tolerating food.
Can acupressure cure varicose veins?
Hello. There is not scientific data to suggest it one way or the other. I would recommend wearing compression stockings.
My family has a history of cardiac issues, and I'm worried. Is it likely that I will develop issues in the future?
To some extent everything depends on your life style. Eating healthy, not smoking, exercising daily will certainly help. I would recommend seeing your PCP regularly and managing READ MORE
To some extent everything depends on your life style. Eating healthy, not smoking, exercising daily will certainly help. I would recommend seeing your PCP regularly and managing health issues closely
What are the risks involved in vascular surgery?
Hello. Every surgery has it down unique risks in addition to anesthesia risks which depend on the length of surgery and underlying medical condition of the patient. What particular READ MORE
Hello. Every surgery has it down unique risks in addition to anesthesia risks which depend on the length of surgery and underlying medical condition of the patient. What particular surgery is your mother having?
Do medicines help in treating varicose veins?
There is no medicine that has been tested, proven and FDA approved for varicose vein treatment
Ever since my angioplasty, I have started to experience chest pain. What could be the reason for this?
If you have angioplasty of blood vessels in your heart, please reach out to your cardiologist immediately. If you had it in legs, there cannot be any surgical issue causing this READ MORE
If you have angioplasty of blood vessels in your heart, please reach out to your cardiologist immediately. If you had it in legs, there cannot be any surgical issue causing this but anesthesia can effect heart . Please reach out to your PCP for this and he/she can do appropriate tests before considering cardiology consult.
Why have I recently been having leg pain only when lying down but not when standing?
Please see your primary care physician and get your pulses checked.
I have been diagnosed with Raynaud's disease. Can it be treated with surgery?
It is generally managed medically. Please see a rheumatologist.
What could have triggered varicose veins during my pregnancy?
In pregnancy, there is compression of the pelvic veins from the baby and also blood from the legs has a harder time getting back to the heart due to pelvic pressure. This leads READ MORE
In pregnancy, there is compression of the pelvic veins from the baby and also blood from the legs has a harder time getting back to the heart due to pelvic pressure. This leads to increased pressure in the legs and eventually varicose veins. It helps to wear compression stockings and elevate legs when you are resting.
Varicose vein on ribs and stomach?
Varicose veins on truncal area viz stomach generally indicate problem with vena cava, blockage in chest veins or liver disorders. Please see your primary care doctor ASAP.
How to relieve vascular problems in both legs?
Before finding out if ablation is the correct treatment for you, you need to obtain a venous ultrasound. Leg swelling can be not only from venous problems, it can also be related READ MORE
Before finding out if ablation is the correct treatment for you, you need to obtain a venous ultrasound. Leg swelling can be not only from venous problems, it can also be related to lymphatic disorders, heart failure or kidney problems
