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Pectus arcuatum
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
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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
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No need for surgery unless your organ function is hampered. No cure with exercises. Surgery is the only option for complete cure.
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It’s a rare condition. If your Echocardiography is normal and you have no symptoms of lung compromise then you won’t need a surgery for the pathology.
You may approach for a cosmetic repair of the defect.
But if your lungs are not growing or there is any defect in heart then it is better to undergo surgical correction in early age
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Nothing will cure,expect major surgery. Pl consult pulmonologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment .
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Dr. Vivek Gautam
Pulmonologist
11 yrs exp
Greater Noida
if its not hampering your lung functions then donot go for surgery
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Dr. Sivaraj Karri
Pulmonologist
10 yrs exp
Kakinada
You can't alter the central deformity with
Exercise. But with exercise you can change the soft tissue structure.
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consult a pulmonologist for further evaluation
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