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My vein ( jugular) feels like it is throbbing .. i am 57 ..
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Go to Emergency Room: A throbbing jugular vein could mean you are having heart problems. Please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Answered 12/27/2016
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Throbbing: Your Jugular is right next to your Carotid artery acd this is probably what you are feeling
Answered 11/18/2014
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Pulsations: If you can see or feel prominent pulsations in your neck,I recommend that your physician check your blood pressure and carefully palpate your neck to check for abnormalities such as enlarged glands, aneurysms or masses.You will be reassured if he/she found no abnormalities.
Answered 11/18/2014
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