A 21-year-old male asked:
lately i can see my vessels in my chest area , not clearly , but i can see them . i want to know is it normal ? i'm 5.6 feet tall , 117 pounds
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Dr. Yash Khanna answered
57 years experience Family Medicine
Yes it is normal: With 66 inches tall and 117lbs, you are seing superficial veins and that is normal.
Answered on Oct 4, 2016
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered
28 years experience Podiatry
Nothing : To wory about.
Answered on Sep 5, 2012
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Dr. Alan Ettinger answered
49 years experience Podiatry
Yes: If you are working out with weights it can be more visible.
Answered on Sep 6, 2012
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