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I can feel a strong pulse in my fingers when i wear certain gloves or a pulse oximeter. does that mean i'm putting too much pressure on my fingers?
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Pulse: Just means you have increased sensitivity to the feel of your pulse during those times
Answered 9/2/2018
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