Typically, as we get older, we lose the body fat in our skin, hence wrinkles appearing. Smoking does compromise all systems including arteries and veins, but would not be the primary cause. Many women come to us to have these veins removed because they find they highlight the signs of aging and appear masculine-looking. This is done in the office under local anesthetic through tiny punctures (microphlebectomy). There is very little downtime associated with the procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Hand veins are not due to smoking. Enlarging hand veins are usually due to genetics and aging. As we age, the hand loses volume and the veins become move prominent. Occasionally, enlarging hand veins can have an underlying reason such as a clot higher up in the arm, but then usually only one hand will be affected. There are many ways to treat hand veins. See a vein specialist.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Smoking is not likely to cause larger veins. Smoking slightly increases risks for phlebitis. If they were not there a month ago and they suddenly appeared on one upper extremity and not the other and are associated with swelling of the hand, forearm or arm, then the underlying cause may be a deep vein clot. Seek an ABVLM certified vein specialist who has an accredited vascular lab for evaluation with Doppler ultrasound and examination.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

It is not due to smoking per se. The most likely cause of prominent veins in a 51-year-old is thinning skin. Smoking may play a role in thinning skin.

Published on Jul 11, 2012