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Is having diastasis recti dangerous?
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Not usually...but: Diastasis Recti can cause lower back pain , constipation, and urologic issues. In extreme cases, the tissue may tear, and organs may poke out of the opening resulting in a hernia.
Answered 7/9/2019
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