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On the right side of my head, i can sometimes feel a pulse. is this normal?
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Likely: You are most likely feeling the temporal artery. You should be able to feel it on both sides. A good spot to check is right in front of the ear in the crease.
Answered 8/16/2016
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Could be: Generally normal, but if it is too prominent you should see your primary doctor.
Answered 11/4/2015
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