3. Hormonal Changes
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What it is: Fluctuations in hormones, especially estrogen, can affect vein visibility.
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Signs: New or more prominent veins during pregnancy, menopause, or while on hormonal medications.
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Why it happens: Hormones can relax vein walls and affect blood flow, making veins more noticeable.
4. Chronic Venous Insufficiency
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What it is: A condition where veins struggle to return blood to the heart efficiently.
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Signs: Swelling in the legs, skin changes, fatigue, and prominent veins.
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Why it happens: Weak vein valves or prior blood clots can contribute.
5. Liver Disease
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What it is: Conditions affecting liver function can cause portal hypertension, increasing pressure in abdominal veins.
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Signs: Visible veins on the abdomen or other areas, yellowing skin or eyes (jaundice), and fatigue.
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Why it happens: Impaired liver function alters blood flow and pressure, making veins more apparent.
⚠️ When to See a Doctor
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Sudden, painful, or swollen veins
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Veins accompanied by redness, warmth, or tenderness
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Fatigue, jaundice, or unexplained weight changes
While many visible veins are harmless, new or sudden vein visibility should not be ignored, as it can sometimes indicate a more serious underlying condition.
