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Are a few spider veins on upper abdomen around rib area and diaphragm area concerning? could it be caused an episode of vomiting?

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Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Abd spider veins: Spider veins can occur on the abdomen and may be related to liver dysfunction, alcohol , rarely carcinoid ,autoimmune condition or Tempi syndrome . Would f/u/ w/ doc

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/30/2021

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Could be.: if associated with portal hypertension. If alcoholic or has liver cirrhosis from any other causes. Have it checked.

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

Are a few spider veins on upper abdomen around rib area and diaphragm area concerning? could it be caused an episode of vomiting?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Rebecca Gliksman answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

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