Exercise
Heat exposure
Dehydration
As skin thins and the fat layer beneath it decreases, veins become easier to see. This is especially common in older adults and people with lean body types.
On their own, visible veins are not a recognized sign of kidney disease.
How Kidney Disease Actually Affects the Body
Kidney disease primarily affects the body’s ability to:
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Regulate fluid balance
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