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Should i be worried if i can't find pulse in wrist but normal pulse in neck?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

NO: No Common for pulses to vary in strength peripherally .. as long as there is one you're COOL !

Answered 12/24/2014

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

No, not to worry: Being able to detect a pulse by applying pressure over an artery requires the artery to be quite superficial and easy to feel under the skin. Not everybody's artery is in a location that makes it easy to feel, whether that is at the neck, wrist or groin. As long as you are conscious and can feel a good pulse somewhere, you are good to go!

Answered 9/8/2017

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