This bulging has been evident for years (now 62 yo, male), but seems to be getting larger. I have always had large veins in both hands and arms, esp. when younger and involved with athletics, weightlifting, etc., but this bulge is different in its size. I assume that I somehow damage a venous valve. What would be good options: compression, surgery, do nothing? What are the odds of this situation becoming worse if nothing is done vs surgery?
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