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I can feel my pulse about an inch above my navel & hear it using a stethoscope. i also have back & abdominal pain. my bmi is 27.4. is aaa a concern?

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I doubt it: At the age of 37 I doubt you have an aneurism. If this persist I would definitely see you physician.

Answered 4/4/2015

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