A member asked:

I have a bulging vessel on the sides of my head. i dont think they are veins because they are not blue. i guess arteries. is this normal, happens occasionally?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You can't see the arteries on the skin or scalp surface because they are situated deeply under the skin, thanks to God, because bleeding from a severed artery is life-threatening. Of note, artery is always pulsatile. Take care.

Answered 4/15/2023

0 views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Why do I have bulging veins on the right side of my forehead?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

Is it normal for my forehead veins to bulge when i lie down?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers