Question about bumps in arm veins. I noticed these bumps a few months back going down my veins down to my hand. The bumps are soft not hard. No swelling or pain in any of the veins however if i carry something or have my arms down i notice the bumps. I attached pictures as reference. Should this be a concern?
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It is difficult to answer this question without photos. If there are enlarged/ropy varicosities in the lower abdomen and hips then you need to have your deep veins examined first as this could be a sign of obstruction of the iliac vein and the large veins on the lower abdomen are acting as a...
Foam sclerotherapy can certainly soften their appearance. Ultrasound guidance can help ensure that the foam does not go into your deep vein connections. You would need compression post-procedure, and may have trapped blood that could be aspirated to expeditated the healing when you come back for...