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I have a throbbing sensation in the veins of my legs, what can be causing this? thanks
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Pain: YOu may have an inflamed vein called thrombophlebitis or you may have varicose veins that just ache or you may have a blood clot in a vein. Go see your doctor for an evaluation ASAP.
Answered 11/13/2015
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