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I had a neck mri and was told i have a tortuous carotid, and that was normal. how does that happen?
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Carotid : Artery can become tortuous due to high blood pressure. Also can happen with age.
Answered 3/15/2019
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Usually normal.: It's just the way you were born. It's very common in older adults, but not exclusive to them.
Answered 4/30/2013
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