Question 1

i've got a slight plaque buildup in my neck vessels, both sides. what can i do to clean them out?

Accepted Answer

See a cardiologist: A cardiologist would likely order a CT scan of your carotids (the arteries in your neck) &amp; also check whether type 2 diabetes is contributing to the plaque formation  Starting you on a statin ( a cholesterol lowering drug) would certainly be a option.
Hope this helps
Austin U Sargent MD PhD

Question 2

what can cause neck vessels to become engorged and distended episodically that improves greatly with daily replacement doses (20mg) of hydrocortisone?

Accepted Answer

Get seen: We need to rule out a mediastinal lymphoma, a cardiomyopathy that requires steroids to stay in remission, and a few other entities. You should be commended on your powers of observation.

Question 3

what causes swelling of neck vessels, rattling voice, inner ear discomfort and shortness of breath, which resolves with 20 mg of hydrocortisone daily?

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See ENT: The resolution of symptoms from hydrocortisone (are you sure that it is not prednisone?) suggests that this is from an inflammatory condition- however the dose of  hydrocortisone is unlikely to be that effective in controlling inflammation.   Do note that chronic use of cortisone may lead to a lot of severe side effects .  Have you consulted an ENT whose practice focuses on the ears alone?

Question 4

what does visible neck vessel pulsations suggest?

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Likely normal: People with a more lean body habitus had less tissue covering the vessels.  As such, it can be normal to notice a pulsation in the neck.  There are some conditions where pulsations can be abnormal (eg. Aortic insufficiency), but it is unlikely the case given your age.

Question 5

can injury to the neck cause vessels in the arms to narrow and get smaller? the vessels in my arms are blue, small, and paper thin and getting thinner

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Superficial vessels: The small, thin blood vessels that you see through the skin in the arms are called superficial blood vessels. The main symptom to be concerned about is if you have pain or weakness or swelling in the arms and this may be caused by a neck injury.  The good news is the way the blood vessels look is not as important as how your arms feel.

Question 6

could a neck rest compress my neck blood vessels and decrease the amount of blood flow to my brain?

Accepted Answer

Neck compress: Not really, unless you too much pressure.

Question 7

can a hard slap on the back of the neck damage the blood vessels?

Accepted Answer

: Most unlikely as muscular damage is most possible. Good Luck

Question 8

i have lipoma benign on neck side . it causes movement , dizziness , fainting .. does it block blood circulation of vessel of neck side ?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: While lipomas can be deep, and are sometimes intertwined with muscle fibers, they earle if ever go deep enough to block blood vessels, especially in the neck. It is also unlikely to be the source of your dizziness and fainting. See a general surgeon for a consultation tonfindnout for sure. Also see your primary care provider to see if any tests are needed to sort out your fainting (syncope).

Question 9

have you had surgery on the neck and bled from the big vessels?

Accepted Answer

Carotid artery bleed: Operation on carotid artery in the neck can bleed.

Question 10

i have an irritation on the left side of my neck right on top of a vessel but not painful and not a skin irritation ?

Accepted Answer

Get it checked out: I would have your doctor check this out.  From what you are describing it is not clear what this could be.  To be on the safe side, i would have a physician check it out.

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I've got a slight plaque buildup in my neck vessels, both sides. what can i do to clean them out?

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What can cause neck vessels to become engorged and distended episodically that improves greatly with daily replacement doses (20mg) of hydrocortisone?

A member asked:

What causes swelling of neck vessels, rattling voice, inner ear discomfort and shortness of breath, which resolves with 20 mg of hydrocortisone daily?

A member asked:

What does visible neck vessel pulsations suggest?

A member asked:

Can injury to the neck cause vessels in the arms to narrow and get smaller? the vessels in my arms are blue, small, and paper thin and getting thinner

A member asked:

Could a neck rest compress my neck blood vessels and decrease the amount of blood flow to my brain?

A member asked:

Can a hard slap on the back of the neck damage the blood vessels?

A member asked:

I have lipoma benign on neck side . it causes movement , dizziness , fainting .. does it block blood circulation of vessel of neck side ?

A member asked:

Have you had surgery on the neck and bled from the big vessels?

A member asked:

I have an irritation on the left side of my neck right on top of a vessel but not painful and not a skin irritation ?

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