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What is the muscle in my neck called. the one that goes on the side and down in front of my throat. it becomes extra visable when i turn my head.

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Dr. Duane Keller answered

SCM: It is probably the sternocleidomastoid muscle.

Dr Zacharias and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 3/31/2013

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