Is A Pulsating Sensation At The Back Of Head Normal?

Posted on Fri, 10 Apr 2015

Question: Is it normal to sometimes feel a pulse in the back of the head. No pain involved.

Answered by Dr. Sudhir Kumar (44 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, it could be normal.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for posting your query.

I have noted your symptoms. It could be normal to feel pulse at the back of head.

In any case, brain scan can exclude any underlying problem. Please keep me informed about the scan findings.

I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.

Wishing you good health,

Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) XXXXXXX Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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