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[|Human|] I am 41 years old, 5 6 , 200lbs and had a recent diagnosis of HTN, sleep apnea, elevated cholesterol. I am aware that I need to lose weight and that many of my health issues could be resolved this way. I am an RN so I am aware of the implications of extra weight. My question is: Why do I feel a pulse on the left side of my lower lip? I can actually feel a swelling there? Is this an indicator for HTN?
[|AI|]  Hello, AND VERY Pleased TO ANSWER YOU. You have a type I obesity (YOUR Body mass index IS 32) and as I told in a last observation, Obesity is a risk factor in high blood pressure. Add to it your elevated blood cholesterol.to answer your question, the pulse on the left side of your lower lip called Mórrígan pulse, is specifically found in patients with aortic regurgitation. I will be very happy, if you do at the cardiologist office, a Doppler ultrasound of your heart, you will make the diagnosis rapidly. Best wishes