May-Thurner Syndrome Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Guide
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- What is May-Thurner Syndrome?
May-Thurner Syndrome affects the iliac veins - a vascular structure containing internal and external veins that have several connections in the pelvic and abdominal region. May-Thurner Syndrome is caused when the left iliac vein is compressed under the right iliac artery, increasing the risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - the complete or partial blockage of veins due to a blood clot.
This vascular condition can be difficult to detect, with many cases being diagnosed along with DVT. While some patients are asymptomatic, others can experience multiple symptoms in their legs such as:
Swelling
Pain
Tenderness
Sensation of increased warmth
Redness or discoloration
Enlarged veins
The appearance of the affected leg being larger than the other
Ankle skin discoloration or ulcers
Development of varicose veins in the pelvic area
As the development of DVT can be potentially life threatening, it is important to have this condition properly diagnosed and treated. Although anyone can develop May-Thurner Syndrome, individuals with medical or family histories of blood clots tend to be at higher risk for this vascular condition.
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This video is excellent. Best one on YT,about MTS. Well done.
I was just diagnosed with May Thurner. I had no symptoms (still don't) but it was discovered with a CT scan for something else. Now I am on Pradaxa and may have to have surgery soon.
Wow great job.well explained by you doctor.
I have this. My clot has hardened and they couldn’t get out. They want to do this surgery but my second doctor said don’t do it. That was 5 years ago. I also have factor 2 which makes this even harder. Can anyone help me figure out my opinions. My legs hurt so much.
There is a support group on Face book to gain others opinions of the same
I have this... I had surgery in November my knees started back swelling I have not been able to walk far since surgery steps are still difficult as well as getting up from toilet I still can only take showers because I'm not strong enough to get out of bath I have also started having bad muscle spasms and pain in both knees the doctor who performed my operation said the stints were not a issue they are doing well he referred me else where for help when I went for ex ray etc the nurse had me in tears the way she was handling me legs her co workers behind the glass taking ex ray etc started laughing at me so I told them to stop I will go elsewhere... Could anyone give me advice..... If I make it through weekend I'm going to my regular doctor for answers if I can't I'm going to the hospital... So wish me well🥰 and please send me any advice please... My lower back even still gives me problems 🤔
I am just seeing you comment. How are you?
This is very sad and disgusting but GOD dont like UGLY I pray you find a specialist. You can call the 800 number on the back of your insurance card and ask them to help you find a specialist near you. I was diagnosed with this last week and I was very depressed my doctor told me about the stent but he thinks it’s the fibroids he seen them on the sonogram.
It’s strange that even though science is so advanced, rather than reposition the artery it’s advised to place a stent inside the vein (which gives birth to another clot months or years later)
I’m not a doctor but still think going with a stent is a NOT a good decision.
I agree completely. BUT, was stented September 19th, and I gotta say, I feel a million times better. For now. Fingers crossed, I stay clot free, and it doesn't collapse. The risk we take. I had no choice. I presented with every symptom. Completely lost my quality of life.
That’s great to hear about your improvement. Did it cause you vericose veins or DVT, or you got it treated in the initial stage?
@@piyushnigammusic I have had varicose veins for years. And pain, swelling. I was late in the game. Went misdiagnosed for years. Found out about May Thurner Syndrome in a vein group on fb. Had every symptom listed. It got really bad this spring. Took my suspicion to my vascular surgeon, who performed ultrasound and venogram. Was confirmed and stent placed at time of venogram. Life changing for the better.
cocteautwinned that’s definitely a moment of relief post years of pain. Would still like to keep in touch regarding progress with time as my mother is going through the similar situation. If you don’t mind to share your email?
Alternatively mine is piyushnig@gmail.com.
Will be happy to hearing from you.
Thanks.
@@piyushnigammusic I'm on fb. Are you? I'd be happy to keep in touch,but never use email! But here it is,anyway! - thisisforimportantstuffonly@gmail.com
Also, there is an incredible group on fb,called, May Thurner Syndrome Resource Network.
All I've learned about it, I've learned from that group! Highly recommend