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Why are there indents in my lower legs and ankles along where my veins are? you can noticeably see the blue veins through the fair skin of my legs, but when you run your finger over the vein, it feels like the skin directly over the vein is sunken in

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Veins in leg: If varicose veins the make an impression under them in the tissue and may feel exactly as you describe. Show to your Dr next visit.

Answered 8/8/2020

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A member asked:

Why are there indents in my lower legs and ankles along where my veins are? you can noticeably see the blue veins through the fair skin of my legs, but when you run your finger over the vein, it feels like the skin directly over the vein is sunken in

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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