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Had a muscle biopsy done saying i have denervation and neurogenic changes in right arm. i have symptoms of pressure, tightness, numbness in right side of my neck and head. im wondering if my carotid artery could be narrowed. could these be related?

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Dr. Leslie Leighton answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Don't think this is carotid disease narrowing but it could be a cervical neuropathy. You young for carotid artery narrowing. Easiest way to be sure is have your PCP listen for what is called a carotid bruit with his stethoscope.

Answered 4/22/2022

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Narrowing of the carotid is uncommon at this age. I doubt that your symptoms are related to it. Have your MD check you for it and stay in care of a nuerologist for the arm symptoms. Hope you do well.

Answered 4/28/2022

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