Question 1

hi. i have muscles and low body fat %. my health is fine. there's a visible vein above my right clavicle. it looks ugly. how do i make it go away?

Accepted Answer

Anatomical variant: probably normal or related to stree or straining. Assuming it is not red, hot or swollen, not to worry.

Question 2

if one of the testiclel is having some visible vein on it, what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

Varicocoele: An enlarged blood vessel or varicose vein in the scrotum is called a varicocoele and is usually harmless unless it becomes inflamed and painful, at which time you should see a physician.

Question 3

i have a big visible vein on forehead, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See somebody: Who is into veins and be seen. Mostly this is not a disease but a cosmetical nuisance.Can be removed or closed by injection.

Question 4

can a visible vein cause pain behind the knee?

Accepted Answer

VEIN: It can if has a clot in it or it is a dilated varicose vein.

Question 5

my 2 year old has a visible vein in the skin on the right temple.  is that a normal vein?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: His skin is thin and translucent enough that you can see the vein through it. This is normal. Don't worry.

Question 6

i have a small visible vein on the left side of my nose that throbs , it kind of hurts and gives me headaches is that normal ?

Accepted Answer

No: If it throbs , it is likely a small artery.  If you suffer from migraine, it is possible, but unusual, to find it throbbing during an attack .But if it is a constant problem, then you really need to ask your doctor to take a look at it.

Question 7

are red bumps and red visible vein-like lines on uvula normal?

Accepted Answer

Uvula: It's common to see red veins on the uvula.  Unless it's swollen, painful or there's other associated symptoms, then i like to tell my patients not to worry about it.

Question 8

my 15 year old daughter has a sudden   visible vein in the corner of her mouth. is there any concern  over it?

Accepted Answer

Mouth vein: Without other symptoms I don’t see cause for alarm. I think it should be shown to her pcp at next appointment.

Question 9

i have a visible vein on the back of my knee. it is very slightly raised. there is no pain or discomfort. it just looks ugly. what are my options?

Accepted Answer

Only one option: There really is only one good option for this problem:  leave it alone.  As long as there is no pain, there is no problem.  All treatment options have the potential to make things worse. You must learn to accept normal body changes as you age, or you will never be content.

Question 10

i have recently had covid. i have a pain behind my leg, right leg at the back above my knee. there is a visible vein about 20 centimetres that wasnt there before. pain is mostly when i bend my leg. ?

Accepted Answer

Recent COVID 19.: Medical assessment is likely the best route at this point.  Many providers are now recommending post- COVID 19 assessment in patients who had significant symptoms or sequela after recovery.

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Hi. i have muscles and low body fat %. my health is fine. there's a visible vein above my right clavicle. it looks ugly. how do i make it go away?

A member asked:

If one of the testiclel is having some visible vein on it, what does it mean?

A member asked:

I have a big visible vein on forehead, what should i do?

A member asked:

Can a visible vein cause pain behind the knee?

A member asked:

My 2 year old has a visible vein in the skin on the right temple. is that a normal vein?

A member asked:

I have a small visible vein on the left side of my nose that throbs , it kind of hurts and gives me headaches is that normal ?

A member asked:

Are red bumps and red visible vein-like lines on uvula normal?

A member asked:

My 15 year old daughter has a sudden visible vein in the corner of her mouth. is there any concern over it?

A member asked:

I have a visible vein on the back of my knee. it is very slightly raised. there is no pain or discomfort. it just looks ugly. what are my options?

A member asked:

I have recently had covid. i have a pain behind my leg, right leg at the back above my knee. there is a visible vein about 20 centimetres that wasnt there before. pain is mostly when i bend my leg. ?

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