Question 1

why do i have large broken blood vessels on legs with bruises for no apparent reason? could it be circulation issues and what can i do to reduce them?

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Yes: It is easy to get a specific ultrasound of your legs to find out if you have venous disease, reflux. This backward flow of blood caused by heredity  and  prolonged sitting, standing, lifting etc- is weak vein valves that allows blood to pool in your legs and cause damage like pigmentation. Look up phlebology.Org and find a vein specialist in your area for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 2

what could be the cause of broken blood vessels in my legs?

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Unclear: Not sure i understand this question. If you have more information, we can better help you.

Question 3

does alcohol constrict blood vessels in the legs?

Accepted Answer

NO: Alcohol dilates blood vessels both arteries and veins.

Question 4

why are my blood vessels in my leg bursting?

Accepted Answer

Spider veins?: Are you describing varicose veins or spider veins ? Then it is likely a combination of heredity and or trauma. If this is the case see a vein specialist. If this some thing else please see a doctor as soon as possible.

Question 5

purple blood vessels on the back of my leg. had since late teens and look like they're getting worse. i'm 24 now. have photo

Accepted Answer

Varicose vein: sounds like varicose vein. More than welcome to send pic for someone to see

Question 6

i have blood vessels spontaneously bursting in my legs.. very painful and large. what could cause this?

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Bursting LE vessels: Could be related to medications  like fish oil or estrogen,  or low platelets or increased intrabdominal pressure from abdominal or pelvic mass(ovarian/ urterine  mass)  or clot,  or varicose veins.   F/u/ w/ doc this week. if acute over 24 hours  f/u/ t/day with doc ER

Question 7

after having my baby i was told that my blood vessels have not shrunk and that's why i have fluid retension in lower legs howcan i treat this  please!

Accepted Answer

Venous Doppler: It will determije whether you venous insufficiency.  If so, weight control and support stockings will help you, zebra.

Question 8

three days ago bent over to pick up block and felt 2 pops in left hip. very painful mostky in hamstring. just saw broken blood vessels on back of leg ?

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Will require rehab: Hamstring strains are common injuries in an active population and a common sports injury. A sharp sudden pain and possible pop is experienced. The severity of the injuries is graded from 1-3. A 1 is a slight pull and a 3 is a tear. Strains can be in the substance of the muscle or can involve tearing of the attachment to the pelvic bone. A comprehensive rehab program is needed for a full recovery.

Question 9

what causes blood vessels in my leg to break?  it stings, then swells & is very tender afterwards, then turns red & dark.

Accepted Answer

BLOOD VESSELS IN LEG: This could be a problem if it has lasted for  a long time. I would certainly recommend you see your primary care physician as soon as possible. You may need a full examination including your heart. High blood pressure might be a cause, do not delay!

Question 10

possible to have "weak" blood vessels? sometimes after working out i get a bad bruise on leg which fades to a little knot before slowly going away.

Accepted Answer

Likely Hematoma: You may be working out too hard and rupturing your blood vessels into the exercised muscles.  Take it easier, and build up to heavy reps rather than jumping right in.  Now, it is possible that your vessels break easily (are "weak"), or your blood is "thin" (you don't clot normally).  Avoid aspirin, Ibuprofen and anti-inflammatories (unless you get a hematoma, when they are helpful); try vitamin c.

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Why do i have large broken blood vessels on legs with bruises for no apparent reason? could it be circulation issues and what can i do to reduce them?

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What could be the cause of broken blood vessels in my legs?

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Does alcohol constrict blood vessels in the legs?

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Why are my blood vessels in my leg bursting?

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Purple blood vessels on the back of my leg. had since late teens and look like they're getting worse. i'm 24 now. have photo

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I have blood vessels spontaneously bursting in my legs.. very painful and large. what could cause this?

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After having my baby i was told that my blood vessels have not shrunk and that's why i have fluid retension in lower legs howcan i treat this please!

A member asked:

Three days ago bent over to pick up block and felt 2 pops in left hip. very painful mostky in hamstring. just saw broken blood vessels on back of leg ?

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What causes blood vessels in my leg to break? it stings, then swells & is very tender afterwards, then turns red & dark.

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Possible to have "weak" blood vessels? sometimes after working out i get a bad bruise on leg which fades to a little knot before slowly going away.

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