Diastasis Recti

[Grandpappy]

After a little research I think I could have the above (bulging stomach) when I sit up!
It's developed over the past six months and I think relates to a lot of heavy lifting ,etc. in the garden!
Is it dangerous and should I go to my GP?
Any knowledgeable advice?
Cheers

[hc4361]

I have the same running from my breastbone to my navel and it really is visible when I tense those muscles. The GP said there is nothing that can be done but your GP may have a different opinion, or your stomach could be very different to mine.

[Sqad]

\\\\Is it dangerous and should I go to my GP? \\\

No and yes.

You may have made the diagnosis, but that doesn't necessarily mean that it is the correct one.
It could be an abdominal hernia which is different from a Diastasis recti , more dangerous, but amenable to surgery.

let the GP make the diagnosis eh!

[rsvp]

Listen to sqad - he knows - and as he hasn't prescribed Ibruprofen and an update tomorrow - follow his advice to the letter!!

[Grandpappy]

Thanks guys-shall phone my GP tomorrow & make an appointment!

[Grandpappy]

Hi guys,
Diagnosis was correct and doctor's first suggestion was to shed about 3 stones!
So that's MY summer taken care of.
Happy days. Thanks Squad.