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A member asked:

Can see heartbeat through shirt. is this normal? i'm 16, male, underweight, it's happened for as long as i can remember

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Yes: It is normal and i would not worry about it. In fact if i pay attention i can see my heart beat move my shirt.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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This is often normal: This is called a hyperdynamic precordium and can be normal in thin young people. You should see your doctor about being underweight, and to make sure that's all it is.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2013

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