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I have raised pulsating jugular veins also raised veins in head, pain in carotid artery & pvcs, feel faint, is this due to a problem with the heart?

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Dr. Robert Fietsam answered

Specializes in Surgery - Thoracic

Possibly: I recommend an EKG, and possible ultrasound if neck and heart.

Answered 3/4/2016

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