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My right neck muscle in the front of neck is bigger than my left. i am right handed. should i be worried?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Depends a lot: on degree of asymmetry. No one is perfectly symmetric, but if you are concerned about its appearance or you have some other symptom, consult with your doctor or a head & neck surgeon in your community. It could also mean that your left side is somehow abnormally weak.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 4/28/2015

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A member asked:

My right neck muscle in the front of neck is bigger than my left. i am right handed. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Dr Minich agreed

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