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What Causes Slightly Bulging Vein On My Right Wrist?
Question: I have a slightly bulging vein on my right wrist. It just appeared.today No injury or apparent cause. No pain at all. 1st time I've seen such. What' s happening?
Have noticed in past 2 mos. vein swelling in my left leg. Used to be right leg, but not as apparent there anymore. It's as if the swelling just shifted from one leg to the other for no apparent reason.
Typically normal BP: right arm: 124/84; pulse 79. Left arm: 117/78;pulse 76 ( just took BP ; no BP meds ever.
Have noticed in past 2 mos. vein swelling in my left leg. Used to be right leg, but not as apparent there anymore. It's as if the swelling just shifted from one leg to the other for no apparent reason.
Typically normal BP: right arm: 124/84; pulse 79. Left arm: 117/78;pulse 76 ( just took BP ; no BP meds ever.
Brief Answer:
Due to partial obstruction - maybe node or tight clothing.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Bulging veins could be usually due to partial obstruction. The route of obstruction blocked is causing the vein bulging. Maybe lymphnodes or abnormal position of hand, pressing on the veins in the elbow or shoulder location.
2. In the legs, as it has disappeared in one and appeared in another, it could be possible obstruction.
3. Need to check for any lymph node enlargement. Get a hemogram to look for any infection cause. Blood pressure is not the cause as it affects only the arterial side. See if you are wearing any tight undergarments. Wear loose undergarments, and see to it that there is no compression at any spot.
Exercises, which induce muscle strain, can cause edema and make vein appear prominent. Not to worry. Do get a complete hemogram and look for any abnormalities.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
Due to partial obstruction - maybe node or tight clothing.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Bulging veins could be usually due to partial obstruction. The route of obstruction blocked is causing the vein bulging. Maybe lymphnodes or abnormal position of hand, pressing on the veins in the elbow or shoulder location.
2. In the legs, as it has disappeared in one and appeared in another, it could be possible obstruction.
3. Need to check for any lymph node enlargement. Get a hemogram to look for any infection cause. Blood pressure is not the cause as it affects only the arterial side. See if you are wearing any tight undergarments. Wear loose undergarments, and see to it that there is no compression at any spot.
Exercises, which induce muscle strain, can cause edema and make vein appear prominent. Not to worry. Do get a complete hemogram and look for any abnormalities.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
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THANK YOU, Dr.. Prakash! I was looking for the reply in the wrong place (sometimes info doesn't show up on IPAD like on my LAPTOP!;(). Anyway, I appreciate the reply and will take under advisement. Have a GREAT day and Happy Valentine's Day!
Brief Answer:
Improve immunity.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for replying.
You are welcome. Take protein rich diet to improve immunity and ward off infections. Vit A, C and E supplements will be helpful in building immunity.
Happy Valentines day.
Stay healthy and happy.
If you do not have any further queries, you can close the discussion and rate the answer.
Thanks for asking.
Dr. Prakash HM
Improve immunity.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for replying.
You are welcome. Take protein rich diet to improve immunity and ward off infections. Vit A, C and E supplements will be helpful in building immunity.
Happy Valentines day.
Stay healthy and happy.
If you do not have any further queries, you can close the discussion and rate the answer.
Thanks for asking.
Dr. Prakash HM
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