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I was told about 7 moths ago that i have diastasis recti from my first pregnancy (almost 4 years ago). could this be causing me to be showing earlier with my second pregnancy? i already look like i am much further along then i am and people are already
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Yes: This could make you show earlier, due to the defect in the abdominal musculature
Answered 5/27/2018
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Maybe: It's common to how earlier for subsequent pregnancies, but diastasis recti may contribute. This is when the connection between the rectus muscles (six pack) thins and spreads out. This looks like a long bulge in the middle between the umbilicus and breast bone only when you are doing a sit up, or participating in a limbo contest. It's not dangerous, and rarely if ever causes symptoms.
Answered 11/23/2012
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