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Just noticed something. on my arms in particularly, the areas around my veins are noticably paler than the rest of my arm. is there a reason for this?

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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Most likely nothing: Most likely nothing medical need to worry about if you are super concern go and see your doctor that can examined you and either assured you or treat you good luck

Answered 9/27/2014

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A member asked:

Just noticed something. on my arms in particularly, the areas around my veins are noticably paler than the rest of my arm. is there a reason for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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