Question 1

what does it mean if you have pulsating veins in your head?

Accepted Answer

Veins: Do not pulsate ever unless there is a communication with an artery called a shunt.
In your had what could be felt like pulsation are arteries. 
You should have your BP checked and pulse rate...

Question 2

i feel a pulsating vein in back of my head left side at night sometimes is that bad or is it just normal sometimes?

Accepted Answer

Likely normal: It can be absolutely normal to be aware of your own pulse or feel a vein spasm intermittently. If the pulsation is painful, unremitting or has any associated symptoms it would be a good idea to speak with your doctor about the matter.

Question 3

why i feel numbness in my left head and also a pulsating vein?

Accepted Answer

This is too complex: an issue from your description to be able to guess at a possible diagnosis. It would be best to see a health care professional for an evaluation and examination. There are just too many possibilities that can give you a pulsating vein and numbness in the left head.

Question 4

i have a vein on the right side of my head that is pulsating . should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Not at all: It is not a pulsating vein but must be an artery and there is nothing to worry if there are no other symptoms

Question 5

pulsating vein on side of head with headache is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: veins do not pulsate It is probably the temporal artery. It all depends as to how long lasting and how long are the headaches. Is it associated with any other symptoms? If persistent get medical advvice

Question 6

a week ago i think i was having sinusitis and i felt a pulsating vein in the side of my head near the temple, since then this area became swollen and stiff, its not really visible but i can feel, it also doesnt hurt, what can it be? is it emergent?

Accepted Answer

: Without an examination its not possible to understand what exactly you are describing. That pulsating vessel is likely your temporal artery. It is normal to palpate a pulse in that area. Did you have a sinus infection or was it a cold, allergy, or some other viral illness? 22-year-olds begin to notice bodily functions and anatomy they never paid attention to as a child. See a doctor for an exam.

Question 7

veins pulsating on head serverly, with pain and slurred speech. i do have chronic sinusitis, so can that be a contributing factor to this. ?

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: ASAP your description warrants immediate medical attention, yes sinusitis can contribute, but the main concern is your brain, go to ER or Urgent Care , good luck

Question 8

i have been having a pulsating vein in the left side of my neck for 3 days, some neck, head and ear pain. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Artery: The pulsations are most likely from the carotid artery in your neck. Because you're having such discomfort for 3 days, i feel you should be examined to rule out inflammation in the neck with referred pain to the ear.

Question 9

i had a bad cough for 3 months and ever sense it ended i've had a strong pulsating sensation in my head what could it be? like my veins are pulsing!

Accepted Answer

Pulsatile tinnitus: A number of health problems can cause the tinnitus. In many cases, an exact cause is never found. Rec.: see your PCP or ENT for further investigation.

Question 10

pulsating pain in left and backside of head. feels like one of the veins running in my head is aching. pain is not constant but comes after and goes. it also hurts when i to touch my scalp with my fingers. i don't have any tension or vision issues.

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. Wish you good health!

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What does it mean if you have pulsating veins in your head?

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I feel a pulsating vein in back of my head left side at night sometimes is that bad or is it just normal sometimes?

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Why i feel numbness in my left head and also a pulsating vein?

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I have a vein on the right side of my head that is pulsating . should i be worried?

A member asked:

Pulsating vein on side of head with headache is this normal?

A member asked:

A week ago i think i was having sinusitis and i felt a pulsating vein in the side of my head near the temple, since then this area became swollen and stiff, its not really visible but i can feel, it also doesnt hurt, what can it be? is it emergent?

A member asked:

Veins pulsating on head serverly, with pain and slurred speech. i do have chronic sinusitis, so can that be a contributing factor to this. ?

A member asked:

I have been having a pulsating vein in the left side of my neck for 3 days, some neck, head and ear pain. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

I had a bad cough for 3 months and ever sense it ended i've had a strong pulsating sensation in my head what could it be? like my veins are pulsing!

A member asked:

Pulsating pain in left and backside of head. feels like one of the veins running in my head is aching. pain is not constant but comes after and goes. it also hurts when i to touch my scalp with my fingers. i don't have any tension or vision issues.

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