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I am 19-year-old skinny man. I have pectus excavatum that is like a hole in my chest and I am underweight. I did an x-ray and cardiography and doctor said there is no healthy issue in my heart and lungs, but I am looking for a solution to pectus excavatum because my weight is still constant and I feel embarrassed infront of people.

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Hi. Pectus excavatum is a surgical issue. It would be best to see a surgeon to correct this. Not every case that has no symptoms would need surgery and avoiding the surgery may be a good idea. ... Read More

My friend 16 year child from Nagpur diagnosis with pectus excavatum kindly suggest further proceeding & speciality need to consult

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U need to consult a cardiologist ... Read More

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I have pectus excavatum but my thorax ct scan is showing that it is not interfering with heart amd major medestinal vessels and my lungs are also normal in shape and diameter but i have a very noticeable dent at middle of the chest and my both breastbone are catved outwards I have some breathing problems Is physical therapy cure pectus excavatum??

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It all depends on the type of pectus excavitus.if there are no major symptoms, nothing to worry. Lung exercises with respirometer is advised. Pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and t ... Read More

Hello, I am a thirty year old woman with pectus excavatum condition and soon to be married i want to know can I get Married and get pregnant with my condition and if i do will it affect my sex life and my child too. Please give some advice.

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U can marry dear ... Read More

So I have pectus excavatum (found that out after alotttt of online searching) and people kinda laugh at my chest when I take it off and stuff and I dont wanna take my shirt off... I was just wondering if theres some excersize I can do to fix it..

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See a surgeon who will examine you and analyse the problem. Online assessments are not the right way. They are very misleading. Seeing a doctor in person and getting an opinion is still the best way. ... Read More

How can i get rid of pectus excavatum without surgery by doing exercises , it makes me feel tired all day and sudden pain in middle areas of chest, i also suffered from pneumothorax 3 years back

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Physiotherapy may help if symptoms are associated. Surgery is done rarely. Pl consult Pulmonologist online with all the reports and treatment taken. ... Read More

How to cure pectus excavatum without surgery as i am facing this and also its affecting my muscle tone and little bit pulmonary function

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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same ... Read More

I've pectus excavatum and i have consulted a doctor.. he said its a mild one and no need to worry. I would like to go to gym. I would like to know that does going to gym pectus excavatum worse?

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No ... Read More

Hi, My friend has some little coned shape between chest. Recently we googled about that. It's called Pectus excavatum. He is not having any breathing problem or eating problem at all. Shall we rectify this with excercise or cardio excercise. If so, could you please give us the list of excercise. Which specialist we should consi for this issue. Than

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Visit orthopedic ... Read More

Hello doctor i have sunken chest from the time when I was born I have very expanded chest while gap on the middle . In 2018 I suffered from primary spontaneous pneumothorax but the reason was unknown after searching a lot about this I came to know about something named pectus excavatum and I know it can be serious and life threatening for me in nea

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You should consult an orthopaedist or physiotherapist for complete assessment and treatment. ... Read More

I have pectus arcuatum, my both breasts are like very big but there is dent at centre , Its affecting my self esteem, I don't want to undergo surgery, how can I cure it or improve it completely with exercises and other methods , please help me

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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment ... Read More

Dear doctor, My chest looks exactly like that and am going to get married now Can I get married in that condition and have kids without worrying that they will also get this problem Please clarify Thank you

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Connect please ... Read More

I was confused with pectus excavatum and. Horse show pectus but now i came to know about it that i have horse shoe pectus and abnormal posture with thin hands , i suffered from primary spontaneous pneumothorax 4 years back , may be this was the cause, my ct scan Is totally normal but my chest is deformed in such a way that the line where chest div

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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment ... Read More

I was confused with pectus excavatum but now i came to know about pectus arcuatum which i think i have, what should I do , i don't want any surgery,

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Take a consultation with pulmonologist for better evaluation and treatment ... Read More

Iam 18 year old skinny man.I have pectus excavatum.i want to gain some weight and also make it less noticeable.which department doctors should I approach

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Ui, you can approach Thoracic Surgeons ... Read More

Doctor Kindly Can You Please Prescribe/ Name a Medicine For Treating Marfan Syndrome??? I am Suffering From Blood Pressure Also. I am Taking Cilnidipine 10 Mg Tablet, Nebivolol Hydrochloride 5 Mg Tablet And Enalapril Maleate 5 Mg Tablet For My Blood Pressure. I have Pectus Excavatum Also. So Kindly Can You Please Name/ Prescribe a Good Blood Pressu

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Echocardiogram is important. Better do online consultation in detail. Shortcuts are bad ... Read More

Doctor Kindly Can You Please Name or Prescribe a Good Tablets/ Medicines For Treating Marfan Syndrome. I have Pectus Excavatum???. Iam Taking Cilnidipine 10 mg Tablet, Nebivolol Hydrochloride 5 Mg Tablet And Enalapril Maleate 5 Mg Tablet For My Blood Pressure. So Kindly Can You Please Prescribe/Name a Good Tablets/ Medicines For Treating Marfan Syn

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No permanent cure I am an orthopaedic surgeon don’t do medical management of Marfans syndrome ... Read More

I'm suffering from pectus excavatum.Due to which a hump like structure has developed over my chest.But now,I want to reshape my chest.So,please suggest exercise accordingly.Also, I've congenital deficiency of right arm below elbow so please keep that in mind while suggesting exercises.

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Meet physiotherapists and physician ... Read More

My right pec is smaller than the one on left the left one is fully developed and is in a good shape but right one looks like it have vaccum any suggestions how can I fix it or what type of doctors will treat it is it genetics or is it because of doing wrong exercise plz reply

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Back Stretching. Do the cat/cow stretch. Core Strengthening ... Read More

My right pec is smaller than the one on left the left one is fully developed and is in a good shape but right one looks like it have vaccum any suggestions how can I fix it or what type of doctors will treat it is it genetics or is it because of doing wrong exercise plz reply

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Hello.!! In this case its better to consult on orthopedician.. Exercises will help u keeping ur muscles strong n intact.. Thanku.! ... Read More

Pectus excavation ( sucken ribs in chest) Which doctor should I go for treatment I mean specialist in hyderabad

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Sir homoeopathic treatment can cure this problem of yours rapidly effectively and efficiently without any side effects ... Read More

Will these problem effect me in getting jobs in PSU. How can i get cure or my life is in vain. This is now a serious issue for me

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• Core Strengthening Exercises- Straight Leg Raised With Toes Turned Outward, repeat 10 times, twice a day. • Back Stretching- lie flat, pull one of the knee forward to chest, hold for 3 seconds, ... Read More

I'm 22 year old suffering from Chest deformity,Pectus Carinatum.I need a good doctor who can fix this problem.Thanks

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You should consult to an orthopaedician ... Read More

I'm suffering from pectus, need proper treatment but I don't know where I have to go for that. Please reply with some solutions. Thanks

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Bhujang Asana -- Lie flat on your stomach, keeping the palms out, bend the neck backward, take a deep breath and while holding it for 6 seconds, raise the chest up. Release breath and relax your body. ... Read More

I think i have this deformity in chest. I want to know about it and get details make sure of it, whether i have this disease or not nd want to check up.

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Hi usually Pectus excavatum in isolation will not cause any problems. Usually no investigations are needed. However, if u do feel the need better to visit a pulmonologist and get it confirmed. . ... Read More

Sir, I have pectus carinatum and my chest bones and ribs are very soft and week it cause my confidence level very low i don't wear t shirt last 2 years my ribs are very soft abnormal when i pusshed my ribs so he pusshed inside Please suggest me best dr or hospital those treated this disease in kanpur or lcknow city

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Who diagnosed you to have pectus carinatum? Have they told you what it is? If you indeed have that condition, then treatment depends a lot on what the clinical picture is. The condition by itself does ... Read More

How to diagnose sunken chest condition without expensive scan. Can a doctor diagnose by a picture? How to measure severity? I just observed it.

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Hello,, first of all why you got this doubt. If the person got abnormal chest and you can able to notice that then general physician will be able to tell what defect it is by just physical examination ... Read More

It visible clear on my chest, is it a serious medical issue ? Please suggest me what should i do. Tell me the specialist nearby me

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Hello there, Pectus excavatum can be surgically repaired, but surgery is usually reserved for people who have moderate to severe signs and symptoms. People who have mild signs and symptoms may be hel ... Read More

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