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Can you get a varicose vein on the palm of your hand?

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Yes but uncommonly: Seen in very select patients who often have some underlying collagen disease.

Answered 4/25/2017

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Dr. Robert WorthingtonKirsch answered

Specializes in Phlebology

No: You cannot develop true varicosities in the hand.

Answered 7/7/2012

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