3/4 of pregnancies: have linea nigra to one degree or another. Hyper pigmentation of the midline of the abdomen can occur in non-pregnant women or in men as a marker for active sex hormones as during puberty. If you are concerned about pregnancy, take a home test. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
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