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Which doctor should i see for my left palm which has a 2 inch long and 4 mm wide pulsation that occurs throughout the day?

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Dr. Stephen Rodrigues answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Any doctor: Seems as if you may have a artery that is out of place, which maybe normal for you. It maybe a muscle in your palm that is twitching or going into spasms. See your doc.

Answered 9/28/2016

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