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Is it normal to be able to see a 4 yr olds heart pump in his chest? it's not a slight movement like a pulse. resting heart rate varies 70-130 thanks

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Yes : This is normal in kids and thin adults less common in the obese.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/30/2013

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