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23 year old male, thin, 6"2 178 lbs, visible pulsing in stomach above navel that follows heartbeat and noticeable laying on back. no other symptoms ?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Pulsatile abdomen: In a thin young person, it is quite common to be able to see a pulsatile heartbeat, As long as you are not having pain with it, it is of no consequence. Don't worry.

Answered 7/3/2018

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A member asked:

23 year old male, thin, 6"2 178 lbs, visible pulsing in stomach above navel that follows heartbeat and noticeable laying on back. no other symptoms ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

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