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Suggest Treatment For Protruding Ribcage In A Child

Just noticed my 6 month old baby boys lower ribcage left side is protruding quite abit which hasnt been the case since birth but really noticed it today and im so worried to the point may take him a+e because docs appointment will be next week if not longer. Can you tell me what it could be please? Thanks
Fri, 8 May 2020
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Hello,

It can be a normal variant without any clinical significant. You can consult a paediatrician for reassurance.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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Suggest Treatment For Protruding Ribcage In A Child

Hello, It can be a normal variant without any clinical significant. You can consult a paediatrician for reassurance. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain