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Is it normal for your veins to appear larger during pregnancy? If so, why?

Answer 1

Blood vessels are to carry blood from body as well as fetus. To carry blood from fetus and body large blood vessels are required.

Larger blood vessels carry more blood when drawn from veins, and after parturition, blood vessels return to their normal size and shape.

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Answer 2

Owen Allison

Yes, it is normal for veins to appear larger during pregnancy. This is due to an increase in blood volume and hormonal changes, which can cause veins to become more prominent and visible.

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