Bulging vein on temple. Is it dangerous? (Photo)

Question

I noticed a vein on my right remple one week ago! Is it dangerous? Will it go away? See photo

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would not consider sclerotherapy for this vein. Surgical removal is possible as part of our Hidef vein protocol for temple veins. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian#Realself100 Surgeon

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question! It is rather difficult to fully assess your situation without an in-person exam. Such an exam would be necessary to ensure that your bulging vein is not an artery. If you do have a varicose vein, however, it can be effectively treated with sclerotherapy, which is largely painless and can eliminate your vein in 2-3 sessions.  
An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon is the best way to assess your needs and obtain expert medical advice. Best of luck!

John Landi, MD · Answer

The posted picture may be the temporal artery or vein.  If an artery, it is left alone.  If a vein it can be treated by sclerotherapy or removal through tiny incisions.  I prefer sclerotherapy.  Neither artery nor vein is dangerous.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

This vascular structure may be an artery or a vein and warrants evaluation by a vascular surgeon or vein specialists. Hratch L Karamanoukian MD FACS

Bulging vein on temple. Is it dangerous? (Photo)

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