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Question:
I am 31 and have a marked left external jugular vein distention. It appeared after a normal vaginal labor and delivery. I have had facial,neck, throat, arm and hand symptoms on that side. Mostly noticable paralysis or weakness, some pinching pain, and slight blurry vision with ptosis of my eyelid. Also I cannot take a deep breath on that side. Physicians are unconcerned and say it's a "healthy vein". It's been almost three years, and the symptoms are progressing. A thyroid scan came back normal. No MRI's have been done.I am not getting anywhere with my exams because I can't explain it very well. Any suggestion would be appreciated.
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| Dr. Kolvenbach |
Living and practicing in Duesseldorf, Germany, Dr. Ralf Kolvenbach serves as Chief of the Department of General and Vascular Surgery at Augusta Hospital. Dr. Kolvenbach is also a Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Duesseldorf. He is affiliated with the German Board of Vascular Surgery as a Fellow, the European Society of Vascular Surgery as a full member, and the Royal Society of Medicine (UK) as a Fellow, among others.
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Answer:
Did you see a neurologist ? Did you have a cat scan of your brain ?
