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What Causes A Visible Dark Vein Which Is Sore At Top Of The Temple?

hello my wife has noticed a dark vein running along the top of her temple. its has been there a while but she thinks it is getting bigger and is complaining that it feels sore tonight. what could this be should she get to a hospital straight away? please help
Sat, 29 Feb 2020
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I have read your query.

It is not necessary to rush to the ER, your wife may use paracetamol or ibuprofen for the pain.

In the incoming days she should get evaluated further for that dilated vein.

Temporal arteritis is a condition to consider.

Discuss with the primary care Doctor for these issues.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Causes A Visible Dark Vein Which Is Sore At Top Of The Temple?

Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service. I have read your query. It is not necessary to rush to the ER, your wife may use paracetamol or ibuprofen for the pain. In the incoming days she should get evaluated further for that dilated vein. Temporal arteritis is a condition to consider. Discuss with the primary care Doctor for these issues. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.