Which doctor should I see for swollen veins (shira fule)?

See general surgeons first. A vascular or general surgeon treats varicose veins.

When should you go to hospital straight away?

Heavy bleeding or bleeding that continues despite firm pressure; lie down, raise the leg and keep pressure on it while getting help; New breathlessness, chest pain or fainting with a swollen painful leg. Emergency number: 999.

Where can I find general surgeons?

Most general surgeons are listed in Dhaka (603), Cumilla (98), Rangpur (96), Chattogram (92), Tangail (65). Pick your district for chamber addresses.

Swollen veins

For swollen veins, see general surgeons first.

Swollen, twisted veins, usually in the legs. Common with long hours of standing; they can ache and itch.

Also searched as: শিরা ফুলে গেছে, রগ ফুলে গেছে, shira fule, rog fule geche

Go to hospital now

Heavy bleeding or bleeding that continues despite firm pressure; lie down, raise the leg and keep pressure on it while getting help
New breathlessness, chest pain or fainting with a swollen painful leg

Call 999

Who to see: General Surgeons

A vascular or general surgeon treats varicose veins.

See a doctor today

One leg newly swollen, hot or painful, or a varicose vein that bled but has now stopped

Related symptoms

Leg swelling

Common questions

Which doctor should I see for swollen veins (shira fule)?: See general surgeons first. A vascular or general surgeon treats varicose veins.
When should you go to hospital straight away?: Heavy bleeding or bleeding that continues despite firm pressure; lie down, raise the leg and keep pressure on it while getting help; New breathlessness, chest pain or fainting with a swollen painful leg. Emergency number: 999.
Where can I find general surgeons?: Most general surgeons are listed in Dhaka (603), Cumilla (98), Rangpur (96), Chattogram (92), Tangail (65). Pick your district for chamber addresses. Dhaka Cumilla Rangpur Chattogram Tangail