They are normal. In some cases, we remove veins that are unsightly, but there is no reason to worry about them.

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Most likely the veins are normal but just more prominent because you are working out. You can get an ultrasound to confirm this. If that's the case there is not much you can do.

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Prominent veins are not necessary abnormal ones, as you noticed correctly. As they stretch across becoming wider, they also stretch along becoming longer and, therefore, tortuous. Straight and prominent veins in absence of symptoms, such as heaviness, tiredness, fatigue, restless leg syndrome, muscle cramps etc., are normal; nothing should be done with them. Varicose veins or other symptoms of superficial venous insufficiency in locations other than lower extremities are extremely rare. Thoracic outlet syndrome of venous type would be one of them, for example. Avoidance of Valsalva maneuver or any other breathing modifications during physical exertion do not contribute in either positive or negative way to acquiring or further development of venous insufficiency. Hope it helps. Good luck!

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Weight lifting will decrease body fat everywhere in the body. The veins are more prominent due to this. They do not represent venous insufficiency. There is now very little fat to camouflage them. There is no practical solution other than letting your body gain fat again.

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Prominent linear veins that result from physical exercises are usually normal, while veins due to venous insufficiency are usually tortuous. If you are concerned, a brief trip to a vein specialist can easily resolve your question. Using a hand-held Doppler, a specialist can determine whether a vein is normal or not within seconds. FYI - factors that temporarily dilate all veins (both normal and varicose) include long periods of standing or sitting, heat, and physical exercise.

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Varicose veins cannot be prevented but they can be treated. Treatment modalities may include compression stockings, sclerotherapy, saphenous ablation and/or stab phlebectomy.

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Either repair the veins or wear compression stockings

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People who are in very good physical condition little body fat who lift weights, often have normal prominent veins.Look at old Greek statues such as "David" and you will see veins on their calfs. In the absence of symptoms you should not be concerned. However if you have a family history of varicose veins and develop symptoms, seek an evaluation from a board certified surgeon who specializes in treating vein problems. This will include an ultrasound examination. In the absence of symptoms these treatments would be cosmetic and you would have to pay for them yourself.

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Where compression stockings at least 20-30mmHg. I would recommend you schedule an appointment.

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Its in your best interest to wear active wear compression hose when exercising. You can purchase these online or get a prescription from your vascular doctor. If you also have a family history of varicose veins in addition to an occupation where you sit or stand for the majority of the day- that puts you at more of a risk for venous insufficiency and the progression of more apparent varicose veins. Set up a consultation which usually includes a venous doppler to see the extent of valve incompetence at this point. You may already be in the range of requiring more than just conservative measures to treat your issue.
Good Luck.

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