Spider veins occur when blood pools in veins near the surface of the skin. They can be caused by heredity, obesity, trauma, and fluctuations in hormone levels. In many cases, the exact cause is not known.
Telangiectasias are small, widened blood vessels on the skin. They are usually harmless, but may be associated with several diseases.
Causes May Include:
Telangiectasias are small, widened blood vessels on the skin. They are usually harmless, but may be associated with several diseases.
Causes May Include:
- Rosacea (skin problem that causes the face to turn red)
- Aging
- Problem with genes
- Pregnancy
- Sun exposure
- Varicose veins
- Overuse of steroid creams
- Trauma to the area