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Is A Visible Bulging Jugular Vein In My 2 Year Old A Cause Of Concern?

Hi I am curious about a bulging jugular vein in my 2 year olds neck on his left side, this is always present especially visible when he laughs or cries. I laid him on his back with his neck elevated to 45 degrees to see it bulge when he is rested. Should I be worried!?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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HI no need to worry on seeing prominence of jugular vein in semi recumbent position.It is physiological only.
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Is A Visible Bulging Jugular Vein In My 2 Year Old A Cause Of Concern?

HI no need to worry on seeing prominence of jugular vein in semi recumbent position.It is physiological only.