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23 yr old female. smoker. is it normal to feel my pulse in the hollow of my neck? i currently have high bp after pregnancy, and anxiety?
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Yes, that is often how some doctors check it. There are major blood vessels that travel through the area.
Answered 5/29/2021
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It is safer to feel you pulse at the wrist. You could feel it in your neck, you run the risk of compressing the carotid sinus that my may cause vasomotor effects. Do address your high blood pressure in consultation with your doctor. Wish you good health!
Answered 5/29/2021
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