I've been dealing with upper abdominal pain and weight loss for two years and just got diagnosed with MALS (median arcuate ligament syndrome) after a CT scan. What are the treatment options for this? Is it possible to manage or cure it without surgery? Could exercise help improve the condition?

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My vascular surgeon is suggesting I get surgery but I'm not sure how complicated the procedure would be. What happens if I decide not to go through with the surgery? I'm a bit worried about the risks and recovery time.

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My skin has black patches and itches a lot, plus the veins in my legs look bigger and there's some swelling. Is there any treatment for this besides surgery? If I do need surgery, what side effects should I be aware of?

The black patches, itching, swollen, and enlarged veins in your legs suggest venous stasis dermatitis, a condition caused by chronic venous insufficiency. While surgery might be an option, numerous non-surgical treatments can help manage the condition. If surgery is needed, be aware of potential side effects like pain, bruising, bleeding, nerve damage, infection, blood clots, and skin color changes

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My mom was diagnosed with varicose veins and allopathy suggested surgery while homeopathy gave her medicines that replaced her entire diet but made her restless and constipated Now we're considering acupuncture does it actually help with varicose veins or is it just another temporary fix

Limb elevation ,vein stripping and thrombolytic agents are advised to the patient.

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