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My 15 year old cousin can sometimes feel his pulse in his upper stomach, just in the center , below the heart, is it normal?
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Yes : It is common to feel your pulse over your abdominal aorta, especially in thin individuals.
Answered 7/13/2014
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Not usually: However it may be normal the best thing to do is see your doctor.
Answered 1/2/2013
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