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Megan Johnson is a personal trainer from Chattanooga, Tenn.

The 28-year-old self-diagnosed herself with diastasis recti, the separation of the rectus abdominis muscles, after not seeing a doctor in years

After sharing her story online, Johnson realized her symptoms required medical attention

Apart from visiting an optometrist, Megan Johnson hadn’t seen a primary care doctor or gynecologist in nearly seven years.

With no health insurance, a fear of medical bills, and a history of negative experiences with doctors, the personal trainer avoided seeking professional help.

Trusting in her own judgment and online research, the 28-year-old from Chattanooga, Tenn., thought she had uncovered the main cause of her symptoms: diastasis recti .

It wasn’t until she shared her story

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