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A 23-year-old male asked:

I have a small purple vein not really painful on ring finger on right hand. the exact location is on palm side where pip joint is. is it concerning?

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Dr. Zachary Levineanswered

Neurosurgery 30 years experience

Not really: If you have full mobility of the joint with out pain i would a serve for any changes, but don't be too concerned.

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