Are Blue Veins on Your Hands Normal—Or a Warning Sign of Something More Serious?

Veins are an essential part of your circulatory system. They carry blood back toward the heart, and some of them sit closer to the surface of the skin—especially in the hands.

When these veins become more prominent or raised, they can appear blue, especially against lighter skin tones. This may be perfectly normal. But in other cases, it could be a sign that something deeper is going on.

Let’s break down the two main causes of visible hand veins:

• Natural, non-threatening causes
• Underlying health or vascular conditions

Common, Harmless Reasons for Blue Veins

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