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What Causes Visible Veins While Having Imatinib For Leukemia?

I have CML and currently on imatinib tablet 400MG daily. I ve noticed recently (originally dark skin) my skin has gone really white and fair. I ve got a twin brother and compared to him im extremely whiter, my friends and family members have noticed also. I look pale, almost sickly and my veins are becoming very visible.. What shall I do?
Thu, 9 Apr 2015
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you may be having thrombophlebitis, you will need to consult the doctor under whom you are being treated, as some drugs can cause this in some patients.
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What Causes Visible Veins While Having Imatinib For Leukemia?

Hi you may be having thrombophlebitis, you will need to consult the doctor under whom you are being treated, as some drugs can cause this in some patients.