A member asked:

Is it normal to feel a stronger pulse at your right temple? (note: i can only feel the pulse with my finger, so it doesn't feel like a palpitation)

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

YES: Peripheral pulses may differ on each side of your body. This is normal variation! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 3/29/2017

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Dr. Theresa Henderson answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Strength depending on anatomy: Pulses will vary on the anatomy of the vessel involved. This would mean dependency on the size of the vessel and the course of the vessel through its length. A discrepancy in pulse strength does not necessarily mean a problem. I would ask, why you were feeling your temple pulses in the first place? If you are concerned you should have your Doctor examine you. I suspect you are just fine.

Answered 8/18/2016

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