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A 26-year-old female asked:

Is it normal to see your pulse in your abdomen even if you are overweight/obese? i am 26, female, 5' 5" and 188 lbs. noticed for the past few years.

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Dr. Christine Homanswered

Pediatrics 32 years experience

Abs: Consider Pilates, core strengthening, situps, leg lifts. Stronger abdominal musculature will help.

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Don't forget diet!

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