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Y-shaped vein running vertically down middle of my forehead. i notice it in some but not most pictures of me. had it for years. is this troublesome?
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Facial Veins Normal: Facial Veins that are visible are common and normal findings for most and not troublesome.
Answered 6/22/2018
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