Abdominal separation
Also called: diastasis recti
A condition in which the large abdominal muscles separate.
- Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging rarely required
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
Diastasis recti is common in women who are over 35, deliver a high birth weight baby, or have a multiple pregnancy. It's usually most noticeable right after delivery. It also occurs in middle aged and older men with abdominal obesity.
Very common: More than 3 million US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
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