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I have prominent veins in my hand. they are only few,usually they just gets flattened, again the same. i'm worried whether its no. will inc.or visible?
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Prominent veins: are of no medical significance in most cases. Veins can get larger or smaller in response to positioning, hydration status, or a variety of other factors. Hope this helps!
Answered 6/19/2016
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