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asked May 5, 2021 in Mother's Health in Pregnancy by mich
I am close to 20 weeks pregnant and have noticed prominent blue veins on my belly, chest, boobs, arms, and legs. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm a little worried as I've never seen this before. Is it normal or should I be concerned?
Artificial Intelligence Health Assistant's Answer

It is not uncommon to notice prominent veins during pregnancy, especially around the 20-week mark. The increased blood volume and hormonal changes can cause the veins to become more visible. This phenomenon is known as "vascularity" or "vasodilation." The blue color is due to the deoxygenated blood returning to the heart. While it may be alarming to see these veins stand out so much, they are usually harmless and will likely fade after childbirth. However, if you experience pain, swelling, or any other concerning symptoms along with the visible veins, it's best to consult your healthcare provider for further evaluation.

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answered Jun 29, 2021 by Ashley
Yes. I am now 37 week with my 2nd baby. With both babys I got spider veins on my legs. Also larger veins on belly and chest. This is because when we become pregnant our body will make more and more blood. But we do not grow more veins to accommodate the extra blood. So our veins will expand and sometimes move just under the surface of skin. Also some vein may burst making spider veins which can sometimes be painful. If you have lighter skin tone you may see veins more clearly. This is all normal but to much pain is not. So is they become painful talk to ob or midwife.

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