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writes:I guess I would start with this:About a year ago I weighed almost 200 lbsand now that I am down to 145, I am noticing a lot more about myself. Normally I just noticed the stretch marks and fat that my body had decorated itself with, but now I notice every little thing. This includes scars, stretch marks and these weird little veins on my legs. I have seen them on older people, but I am only 19! They are small, almost like drawn on by a fine tip pen. They are about an inch in length and some are blueish others more purplish. Can anyone tell me the name of them and if there is anything I can do to get rid of them? And what causes them?
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reader, Honest Answer +, writes (22 May 2010):
 I would see about laser treatment. It is non envasive and seems to do the trick. I congradulate you on the weight loss. Good Job. You really are an insperation to many.
Good Luck!
Jeff
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reader, Blondiebrooke69 +, writes (22 May 2010):
Their called spider veins... And can be on anyone doesnt matter how young or old u are...im 19 as well and when i was 16 i got up to 183 and then lost the weight and am now 140 if u loose weight to fast u might get streach marks but spider veins are not caused by that ...they're genetic which means ur mom or grandma are most likely to have them... There is a cream but its pretty pricy they have it in the mall at macys and its like $150 i dont know if it works cuz i only have one that shows so i just let it be
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reader, pinktopaz +, writes (22 May 2010):
It sounds like you probably just have little spider veins. I have a few on my legs too, not a big deal. I don't think there's anything you can really do to get rid of them besides maybe some sort of laser treatment? Otherwise, they're less noticeable if you're tan. If you don't tan or choose not to, then use a self tanner on your legs and they won't show as much.
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reader, anonymous, writes (22 May 2010): First of all: congratulations on your weight loss! What you did is a huge accomplishment, so don't treat it lightly. Not many people could do this.
Now, onto your question.
The reason you're noticing it is because your skin is loose. Compare it to a balloon about to blow to a slightly deflated one. It will get better, but your body needs to adjust first and this is a process that will take a while.
As for the veins, I can't remember the exact name for them, (English is not my first language, so I need to think real hard) but they are easily treatable with a laser. Just ask your nearest beauty parlor. They will have an intake, and then they will tell you exactly what you have, how they'll treat it, what results to expect and how much it costs. They will probably ask you to keep out of the sun for 2 weeks prior and 2 weeks after the treatment. Treatment itself is painless and short.
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reader, PeanutButter +, writes (22 May 2010):
 First of all, I want to congratulate you on your weight loss. The lines and veins you may be seeing may well be varicose veins - the only way to be sure is to check with your doctor.
There are lazer techniques to aid in treatment of this issue but, again, you can only know for sure your options after referring yourself to a professional.
Once again, congratulations. Seek medical advice if you are at all worried and good luck to you!
xx
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