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My son has a pulsating vein under his eye and it seems to be very frequent. is this something he should worry about? what is it?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

There are normal : blood vessls found under the eye, but if he has discomfort i would see ophthalmologist. I have a similar vein and it pulses when i exercise profusely. nothing to worry about, some lasers can treat them

Answered 3/20/2018

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