A blue vein has appeared down the center of my nose. Why is this happening and is there any treatment?

Sclerotherapy causes a controlled chemical inflammation of the veins (phlebitis) which eventually cause thrombosis or obliteration of the injected (sclerosed) vein(s). Sometimes the inflammation is prolonged but it is not uncommon for the more superficial veins to become red and inflamed and be ...

The veins on your photo do not look pathological: they are straight and, therefore, are not stretched along, which means they are not stretched across either. Once your weight is back to baseline and / or if your legs bother you, you might want to have a formal evaluation performed by a...

The type of laser, settings, and person running the machine play a big component to the results you get . I suggest going to a laser expert for treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Peri-orbital reticular veins can be seen involving the lateral aspects of the outer eyes. These are not harmful in any way,but the appearance can annoy some patients. YAG laser treatments are useful, but repeat treatments are often needed and these reticular veins can reoccur.

Babies' skin is thin and many times these facial veins will disappear over time.  Drooping of the eyelids should not be due to the veins and there should be another cause.  I would not do any treatment for these veins.

From the picture this appears to be staining.  You should see a vein specialist for a full venous evaluation.  Much of staining improves with time but not all.  I have seen staining improve if there is underlying venous reflux which is treated or if feeding reticular veins are...