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I have a strong pulse in the middle of my right upper thigh. this way above the knee. i see and feel it jumping. what is the cause?
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Likely normal: You are likely experiencing the superficial femoral artery along its' normal path. See your health care provider if it gets more prominent and you are not a routine exerciser.
Answered 2/4/2016
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