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Should I Be Concerned About Raised Veins On Forehead?
my mom is 93 and takes multi-vit, calcium pills and half pill of blood pressure med (alpomide?). she has veins raised on forehead. no symptoms. health diet. no smoking, or drinking. EVER. is overweight. 5ft (due to osteoporosis) and 165 lbs. should I be concerned?
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Thu, 27 Jun 2013
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Hi,
If the vein is slightly raised and for a long time, then, no need to worry. However, you should keep on monitoring it.
If the vein has been increasing in size, then, should see a physician as soon as possible for further evaluation.
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
If the vein is slightly raised and for a long time, then, no need to worry. However, you should keep on monitoring it.
If the vein has been increasing in size, then, should see a physician as soon as possible for further evaluation.
Hope it was of help!
Dr.Albana
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