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spider vein
noun
: a telangiectasia (as of the legs or face) often appearing as a central area with outward radiations resembling the legs of a spider
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This is what gives varicose veins and spider veins that swollen, knot-like appearance.
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Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 30 Jan. 2025
Boosting exercise and avoiding sitting or standing for long periods are ways to prevent spider veins.
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Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
Sclerotherapy—a liquid injection to break down spider veins—is the most popular treatment for spider and small varicose veins.
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Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
After all, they’re often marketed as a solution for swelling, soreness, and poor circulation—as well as a preventative measure for blood clots and visible varicose and spider veins.
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Sara Coughlin, SELF, 6 Nov. 2024
However, long-term use may cause thinning skin, spider veins, and acne breakouts.13
Psoriasis lotions: Offering itch relief, these lotions can help prevent psoriasis flare-ups.
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Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 7 Oct. 2024
Additional services include anti-aging therapies such as Botox and Juvederm, laser hair removal and spider vein treatment.
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cleveland, 6 June 2020
For example, body lotion tends to address concerns like firming, cellulite, or spider veins, according to cosmetic chemist Ginger King.
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Emma Sarran Webster, Allure, 27 Oct. 2019
The pro also recommends using a gradual self-tanner a few weeks before the big reveal to camouflage discoloration or spider veins.
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Jenna Rennert, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2019
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Word History
First Known Use
1976, in the meaning defined above
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“Spider vein.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spider%20vein. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
Medical Definition
spider vein
noun
: a telangiectasia (as on the legs or face) often appearing as a central area with outward radiations resembling the legs of a spider
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