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Is it normal for your jugular vein to pop out when lying flat or bending over? it looks like a worm is on my neck.
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Yes: Depending of your hydration status, you are going to see the veins of your neck while lying flat and disappear when your body is around 30 degrees from horizontal.
Answered 11/30/2020
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May be normal: This should be normal unless you experience shortness of breath on lying down or swollen legs.
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