pulmonary embolism, which can be life-threatening and needs immediate treatment.
You should also book a medical appointment if visible veins are linked with ongoing leg pain, itching, swelling, heaviness, skin discoloration, eczema-like changes, or a sore on the leg that does not heal. The NHS recommends seeing a GP for varicose veins when symptoms such as pain, itching, or swelling occur, or when a leg sore has not healed after two weeks.
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How Doctors Check Visible Veins
A healthcare professional may examine your legs while you
