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Noticed Bulging Vein On Neck. Is This The Cause Of Concern?
Question: Hi,
On two occassions, induviduals have noticed a vein on the right side of my neck bulging. On the first occassion, i was standing up and was very nervous about an upcoming oresentation. On the second occassion I was lying down in a position in which i was resting all my weight on my elbows and shoulders. When i returned to a regular sitting position, the individual said it was nor bulging anymore.
Is this cause for concern?
Thank you
On two occassions, induviduals have noticed a vein on the right side of my neck bulging. On the first occassion, i was standing up and was very nervous about an upcoming oresentation. On the second occassion I was lying down in a position in which i was resting all my weight on my elbows and shoulders. When i returned to a regular sitting position, the individual said it was nor bulging anymore.
Is this cause for concern?
Thank you
Hi friend,
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An obstruction to flow causes the vein to bulge.
For the neck veins, it is at the entrance to chest or down
If it disappears, the cause is transient.
It is commonly seen when straining, holding the breath and so on - which increase the pressure inside the chest and cause temporary hold up.
A tight collar can directly press the vein.
If only, it is not going away - one needs to investigate.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
Welcome to Health Care Magic
An obstruction to flow causes the vein to bulge.
For the neck veins, it is at the entrance to chest or down
If it disappears, the cause is transient.
It is commonly seen when straining, holding the breath and so on - which increase the pressure inside the chest and cause temporary hold up.
A tight collar can directly press the vein.
If only, it is not going away - one needs to investigate.
Take care
Wishing speedy recovery
God bless
Good luck
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