Are Visible Green Veins On Chest Normal In A Child?

Posted on Sun, 20 Sep 2015

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Sun, 20 Sep 2015 Answered on

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Question : Hi Doctor my 12 year old son has couple of visible green vains on his chest. Is it normal?

Answered by Dr. Hari Charan Perigela (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is normal.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
It is normal to see visible and prominent veins over the body in some fair skinned individuals.
Nothing to worry. Still if you feel its worrisome, then upload the photos.

Hope I answered your query. If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj