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Hi when i smile i notice that veins stick out at my neck, i haven't noticed this before. i have a sinus infection, is this normal? or not

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Dr. Jon Ahrendsen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Probably normal: if you only see it a certain times. People who talk can notice the veins stick out on the neck towards the end of their sentence. Also those that are angry or holding their breath. If you other wise feel well this is not something to worry about

Answered 4/2/2015

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