Question 1

prominent veins in feet. no pain but is this something to worry about?

Accepted Answer

No: If the veins are on the top of your feet, they are of no concern unless accompanied by ulcers...If they are on the underside of your feet they need to be investigated.

Question 2

many large, bulging surface veins on feet. no reflux/insufficiency/varicose. will they become worse and will i develop more bulging veins over time?

Accepted Answer

Treatments options.: Bulging foot veins are a common complaint in the world of venous disease.  There are several options for treatment including leaving them alone or removing them through tiny micro incisions (microphlebectomies). This is strictly a cosmetic procedure. There probably is a hereditary component to your veins and there is no way of telling if they will worsen over time or stay the same.

Question 3

recently when my mum walks a bit  her feet/heels begin to hurt to the point where it's painful to walk. the veins on feet&calf also begin to bulge.

Accepted Answer

Need more info: Is there any specific areas on the foot that hurts. what relieves the pain or what makes it worse

Question 4

i'm on hbp meds; dierutics, lisinopril and clopidogrel. lost a lot of electrolytes through bouts of acid reflux before i could control it. now lost a lot of weight and noticed veins on feet and ankles and back of my hand. what can i do.

Accepted Answer

Hbp electrolytes: If they lost electrolyte is potassium have Dr test you for Conn’s-which I specialize in.

Question 5

would mri without contrast find dvt? i've had back of knee and calf pain. d-dimer and ultrasound came back normal, but veins in feet&leg are bulging.

Accepted Answer

No: with these normal studies there is no reason to pursue this issue...your problem sounds like non-truncal veins

Question 6

alot of veins visable in feet, is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Not if worse: Everyone has veins visible in their feets.  They are usually light blue and may have a bit of texture to them.  If you notice yours are getting purple, worse or there is skin discoloration (darkening, in particular) this may be an issue.  See a vein specialist (phlebologist).

Question 7

why do the veins on my feet become more visible and bulgy at night?

Accepted Answer

: Because of the gravity, blood is pooling in your leg veins when you stand/sit/walk so they are engorged at the end of the day.

Question 8

im having occasional crawling sensations in what seems like the veins in my feet. but when i look to see what it is, i dont see anything. ?

Accepted Answer

Restless legs?: Restless Leg Syndrome is categorized as a sleep disorder but can occur during the day as well.  Your symptoms and a normal physical exam are typical. Lifestyle treatments include improving sleep with a regular sleep schedule; daily exercise; stretching; reduction of caffeine, tobacco, alcohol; relaxation techniques including yoga or meditation. See your doctor for diagnosis and other therapies.

Question 9

what does it mean when the veins in my feet are popping out?

Accepted Answer

Multiple reasons: Veins return blood back to the heart and  can carry a large volume of blood.  Depending on many factors including levels of hydration,  genetics, outside temperature and even physical activity, the size of the veins will vary.  Another important function of the veins is to help control body temperature and this too will affect vein size.  Also with aging, veins enlarge as tissue volume decreases.

Question 10

hello the veins in my feet look large and sometimes mostly at night they git red an d hit no other symptoms and also mostly happens whilst standing why is this?

Accepted Answer

: Veins are always engorged at the end of the day or on prolonged standing due to the sluggishly venous return because of higher gravity. Take care!

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Prominent veins in feet. no pain but is this something to worry about?

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Many large, bulging surface veins on feet. no reflux/insufficiency/varicose. will they become worse and will i develop more bulging veins over time?

A member asked:

Recently when my mum walks a bit her feet/heels begin to hurt to the point where it's painful to walk. the veins on feet&calf also begin to bulge.

A member asked:

I'm on hbp meds; dierutics, lisinopril and clopidogrel. lost a lot of electrolytes through bouts of acid reflux before i could control it. now lost a lot of weight and noticed veins on feet and ankles and back of my hand. what can i do.

A member asked:

Would mri without contrast find dvt? i've had back of knee and calf pain. d-dimer and ultrasound came back normal, but veins in feet&leg are bulging.

A member asked:

Alot of veins visable in feet, is that normal?

A member asked:

Why do the veins on my feet become more visible and bulgy at night?

A member asked:

Im having occasional crawling sensations in what seems like the veins in my feet. but when i look to see what it is, i dont see anything. ?

A member asked:

What does it mean when the veins in my feet are popping out?

A member asked:

Hello the veins in my feet look large and sometimes mostly at night they git red an d hit no other symptoms and also mostly happens whilst standing why is this?

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