Veins under the eye. Do blue and purple veins under the eye become visible due to hollowness under the eye?

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Do blue and purple veins under the eye become visible due to hollowness under the eye?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest a selective microphlebectomy of the lower eyelids to help remove the isolated blue veins on the lower eyelids. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Large sized visible veins are best treated with microphlebectomy. Sclerotherapy can leave hemosiderin deposits under the eyes which are not cosmetically appealing. H Karamanoukian MD FACScertified vein specialist (ABVLM) and double board certified surgeon

John Landi, MD · Answer

Loss of volume under the eyes does lead to more prominent appearing veins in that area. Also genetic, sun exposure and aging all play a role. There are treatments available for under eye veins.

Veins under the eye. Do blue and purple veins under the eye become visible due to hollowness under the eye?

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