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Prominent veins in palms of hands? what can cause this? should i be worried?
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See doc: See doctor for evaluation because there may be something affecting your venous system in your arms.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Do not worry: The veins that you see on the back of the hand are superficial and of no concern...Veins in the palms should be evaluated by a surgeon as to several possible causes.
Answered 9/15/2016
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