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Why does my superficial temporal artery and the arteries around my neck pulsate when i lie down on the side of my head? this happens every time..
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Normal: Mine too-everyone's does. My Radial artery at my wrist, Carotid Artery in my neck... Sign of life. It's a good thing
Answered 5/28/2017
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