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Does menopause cause broken capillaries? The link between hormones and visible veins

Hormonal shifts are a significant, yet often overlooked, factor influencing vascular health, with the decline in estrogen during menopause playing a key role in the appearance of broken capillaries. For many, these tiny red or purple lines are an unexpected and unwelcome side effect of aging, raising the question: does menopause cause broken capillaries?

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