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Is A Blue Colored Vein On The Leg Suggestive Of Varicose Vein?
Question: is this varicose veins?
Brief Answer:
Varicose vein
Detailed Answer:
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YOu are wondering if the blue vessel you see on your leg is a varicose vein? Yes that blood vessel is a varicose vein. This is a dilated vein that shows up on the surface fo the skin. They are not dangerous the are more of a cosmetic issue that a painful condition. I would recommend wearing support hose in the future to reduce risk of more veins appearing .
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Varicose vein
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
YOu are wondering if the blue vessel you see on your leg is a varicose vein? Yes that blood vessel is a varicose vein. This is a dilated vein that shows up on the surface fo the skin. They are not dangerous the are more of a cosmetic issue that a painful condition. I would recommend wearing support hose in the future to reduce risk of more veins appearing .
I hope I answered your question. Please contact us again if you have any additional questions
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