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Is it normal if i can see a lot of veins in my legs, arms?
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Yes: Seeing veins through skin depends upon the thickness of the skin and the color of the skin. If your skin is fair then it is more likely that you will see veins. Seeing veins is normal.
Answered 6/25/2017
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