Question:
I have phlebitis (or something similar) now, pre-op.

I have inflamation of the capilaries (sp?). I get small knots under the skin that are painful and last from one to two weeks. Does anybody know what kind of risks are added to the surgery if I have this pre-existing problem?    — Anne C. (posted on November 3, 1999)

November 3, 1999
Linda, I don't know if it will affect your surgery. I have had phlebitis in the past, but did not even think to bring it up to my surgeon. I have severe varicose veins which he did look at. I wore the compression stockings during surgery and until I came home (2 days). I had no problems. Talk to your surgeon. Good luck.
   — Dot W.

June 22, 2001
I, too have phlebitis or cellulitis. My PCP can't decide which one but he keeps telling me they are both treated the same. I have had this since Feb. of last year. He finally told me that it wasn't going to clear up unless I lost weight. That was when I decided to check into the WLS. I did let my surgeon know about this and about how swollen my legs and feet are, but he didn't seem concerned. He said this will clear up after I lose weight.
   — Terry H.