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Is it normal to see veins through upper leg skin?
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Yes: Light blue veins called reticular veins are very common. As long as they don't have texture (you can't feel them) they are not varicose veins requiring treatment. If they bother you cosmetically, see a vein specialist or phlebologist for removal.
Answered 7/29/2016
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