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Spider veins are diagnosed visually. The small red and blue vein tangles located just under the skin do not cause physical symptoms, but some physicians observing spider veins prefer to conduct ultrasound exams to determine the extent of the problem and the underlying causes of the condition.
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Vein Screening events are opportunities for the public to meet with doctors who specialize in treating vein problems. You can learn more about vein disease, and together with the doctor, can discuss how you might be a candidate for varicose vein treatment.