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Is A Protruding Vein Behind The Ear A Symptom Of Heart Disease?

My son is 19 obese and has unhealthy lifestyle of little sleep, smoking, and junk food. About a month ago he notices a vein popping out behind his left ear, I felt it and it is firm but not hard, also it is coiled and protruding. We were told he should check this immediately as it is a symptom of heart problems. Does this sound like something he should be seen immediately for?
Tue, 24 Mar 2015
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Hi welcome to HCM,
I understand your query and concern.
Yes your son should be immediately evaluated for varix.Get an ECG,2 D Echo,CT scan brain,lipid profile,hs CRP.Get his blood pressure and heart rate monitored regularly.If neglected it can lead to embolic stroke in the brain.Drugs like anti hypertensives,anti platelets,lipid lowering drugs should be given.Also get his blood work up done.Meditation,yoga,breathing exercises will be helpful.Avoid fatty foods,fried foods.Vegetable salads,fruits and juices will be helpful in your case.Avoid stress and anxiety.Consult your cardiologist and neurologist for expert management.
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Is A Protruding Vein Behind The Ear A Symptom Of Heart Disease?

Hi welcome to HCM, I understand your query and concern. Yes your son should be immediately evaluated for varix.Get an ECG,2 D Echo,CT scan brain,lipid profile,hs CRP.Get his blood pressure and heart rate monitored regularly.If neglected it can lead to embolic stroke in the brain.Drugs like anti hypertensives,anti platelets,lipid lowering drugs should be given.Also get his blood work up done.Meditation,yoga,breathing exercises will be helpful.Avoid fatty foods,fried foods.Vegetable salads,fruits and juices will be helpful in your case.Avoid stress and anxiety.Consult your cardiologist and neurologist for expert management. Post your further queries if any, Thank you.