Question 1

i am experiencing  visible pulsations in my right thigh. they aren't painful, just a little annoying and concerning because i've been googling causes. ?

Accepted Answer

Thigh  pulsations: Pulsations usually refer to blood vessel movement. Fasciculations/twitching are muscles contractions. It could be benign or related to Lyme disease, vit D deficiency magnesium deficiency , Benadryl , opioids, or rarely neuromuscular diseases like muscular dystrophy,  ALS or-Creuzfeldt-Jakob  syndrome . Would check for Lyme , electrolytes, Vit D and follow up with doc.

Question 2

what does visible neck vessel pulsations suggest?

Accepted Answer

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 3

visible pulsations in my hands for a few days now, is it normal?

Accepted Answer

: It could mean that your blood pressure it high. Normally you would not see pulsations in your hand but with increased blood pressure you could. Have your blood pressure measured.

Question 4

does a visible pulsation at the epigastric region normal? i have medium built body. abdominal circumferrence of 29.5 in. help

Accepted Answer

Abdominal pulsation: it is not unusual for a young person to have a visible and/or palpable pulsation in the upper abdomen. In someone who is young and has this without any other symptoms, it is usually of no consequence. I would not worry about it unless other symptoms develop. Good luck.

Question 5

is a newly visible heartbeat(inarea of xiphoid process)&visible pulsations in stomach abve naval anything tobe concerned about?theyseem 2 beat in sync

Accepted Answer

Could be: New symptoms like this could indicate a vascular problem or change in blood flow. Vascular problems can be quite serious, and although your symptoms may be perfectly ok, it is not possible to know this for sure without an evaluation in person by a trained health care provider. Symptoms like these deserve a full evaluation in person by your health care provider.

Question 6

i am experiencing a light menstrual period that lasted three days and visible pulsations. last month, my period lasted 10 days and was heavy.

Accepted Answer

Light periods: Generally light periods are preferable to heavy periods. I am not sure what is meant by the terminology “visible pulsations.” Consider resubmitting your question with more clarifying details.

Question 7

my girlfriend is experiencing a visible pulsation under her left breast. not painful, but she hasn't had this before. any ideas what it could be?

Accepted Answer

Pulsation: Is she skinny? That could be her heart beating.

Question 8

i've been having pulsation in my abdomen on and off for a few hours, there is no pain, but it is very uncomfortable and visible. i've also had arrhythmia accompanying this, and shaky hands. what is this? should i go to the hospital?

Accepted Answer

: Sounds like anxiety about being able to fee you abdominal aorta. Goole it.  Thie s very common if you are thin. you did not say. May also be pregnant. Good exam will tell.

Question 9

health anxiety, 31yrs noticed visible pulsation in my neck both at the sides and in the middle hollow at the base of the neck. worried about a aneurysm. currently 23 weeks pregnant but did notice this before pregnancy ecg done 2020 - all normal. help?

Accepted Answer

: Visible pulsation at the sites described by you is not necessarily abnormal as they are in close proximity to the great arteries and the aorta. This may be simply because pregnancy results in a hyperdynamic circulatory state due to an vasodilatation and an increase in the blood volume. Given the history of pregnancy, this may all be normal. If you are concerned, talk to your doctor by all means.

Question 10

what happens during an enhanced external counter pulsation?

Accepted Answer

Leg pumping: The eecp system involves inflatable trousers that blow up and deflate with each heartbeat. Patients are lying down during the therapy. The patient typically undergoes 45 minute sessions of this 5 days a week for six  weeks. The therapy is used for patients who have refractory angina.

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I am experiencing visible pulsations in my right thigh. they aren't painful, just a little annoying and concerning because i've been googling causes. ?

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What does visible neck vessel pulsations suggest?

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Visible pulsations in my hands for a few days now, is it normal?

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Does a visible pulsation at the epigastric region normal? i have medium built body. abdominal circumferrence of 29.5 in. help

A member asked:

Is a newly visible heartbeat(inarea of xiphoid process)&visible pulsations in stomach abve naval anything tobe concerned about?theyseem 2 beat in sync

A member asked:

I am experiencing a light menstrual period that lasted three days and visible pulsations. last month, my period lasted 10 days and was heavy.

A member asked:

My girlfriend is experiencing a visible pulsation under her left breast. not painful, but she hasn't had this before. any ideas what it could be?

A member asked:

I've been having pulsation in my abdomen on and off for a few hours, there is no pain, but it is very uncomfortable and visible. i've also had arrhythmia accompanying this, and shaky hands. what is this? should i go to the hospital?

A member asked:

Health anxiety, 31yrs noticed visible pulsation in my neck both at the sides and in the middle hollow at the base of the neck. worried about a aneurysm. currently 23 weeks pregnant but did notice this before pregnancy ecg done 2020 - all normal. help?

A member asked:

What happens during an enhanced external counter pulsation?

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