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What does it mean if you have visible bilateral temple veins/ arteries? they have a u shape on both sides. i have no symptoms but have noticed them recently. they become very prominent of i drink alcohol or exercise?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

This is normal. Exercise and alcohol may both increase blood flow thru them and they are bigger and more easily seen, I would ask other men in your family if they also have a similar normal finding.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 7/17/2021

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