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For many years have this small vein that sticks out above left temple also beats with my heart. doesnt go away. normal bp normal cholesterol.
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Vein: Probably a small artery near the surface of your skin. Probably innocuous. For more information, seek examination and consultation with a Circulatory Specialist.
Answered 4/21/2018
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It’s not a vein. Its: an Artery. Nothing is wrong.
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