HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes Heartbeat Like Sound Coming From Neck?

I'm hearing a heartbeat like sound and it seems to be coming from my neck. When I lift my head so that my chin points towards the ceiling the sound seems to subside or sometimes stop. What is going on, do I need to see a doctor, if yes what kind of doctor?
Fri, 15 Apr 2016
Report Abuse
Pulmonologist,  's  Response
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
No need to worry for this. This is normal thing.
The sound you are hearing is from carotid artery.
Since carotid artery is major artery, larger amount of blood flows through it. And hence you can hear some sound.
No need to worry for this.
But if you want to Sure about it then get done bilateral carotid doppler to rule out any thrombosis because this can also cause sound.
For this you need to consult cardiologist and radiologist.
If this is normal then no need to worry.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Heartbeat Like Sound Coming From Neck?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. No need to worry for this. This is normal thing. The sound you are hearing is from carotid artery. Since carotid artery is major artery, larger amount of blood flows through it. And hence you can hear some sound. No need to worry for this. But if you want to Sure about it then get done bilateral carotid doppler to rule out any thrombosis because this can also cause sound. For this you need to consult cardiologist and radiologist. If this is normal then no need to worry. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.