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Hello, when i start running i start to hear a throbbing sound in my neck where the pulse is located. it doesn't hurt but the sound is like throbbing
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Carotid artery: This may be normal, and one of those things where the more you think about it, the more you hear it. to be safe though, get an eval and make sure all is well with your BP and Physical exam. good luck.
Answered 7/7/2014
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