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Each day when i wake up i have a 2-3in vein on my calf that protrudes. no pain, had red spot under skin by it last week. only in am for past 2months..

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Dr. Tracy Berg answered

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Protruding vein: Not likely to be a serious health issue. However an Ultrasound of the area with attention to the venous system is a simple, low cost, low risk diagnostic image that can help determine what it is and how to treat. Compression is the first line therapy for bad veins. Be well.

Answered 5/11/2015

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A member asked:

Each day when i wake up i have a 2-3in vein on my calf that protrudes. no pain, had red spot under skin by it last week. only in am for past 2months..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tracy Berg answered

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