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Why is the pulse on the right side of my neck easier to feel than on the left?

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Dr. John Szawaluk answered

See below: Thet should be similiar. If one is difficult to palpate a blockage, obstruction needs to be excluded. See your doctor.

Answered 3/26/2013

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A member asked:

Why is the pulse on the right side of my neck easier to feel than on the left?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Szawaluk answered

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