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I've been having a heavy pulse in my lower back that prevents me from sleep. no pain is associated. just a heavy consistent pulse.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pulse: You may be feeling the pulsation of your abdominal aorta especially if you are a lean person. See your doctor to rule out the posibility of an arteriosclerotic plaque

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Answered 6/7/2020

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A member asked:

I've been having a heavy pulse in my lower back that prevents me from sleep. no pain is associated. just a heavy consistent pulse.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Raff agreed

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