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What Causes Oval Shaped Bulge In The Middle Of Chest?
Hi, this question is about my 14yo son. He has an oval shaped bulge in the middle of his chest - at the top of his ribs. It is about the size of a tennis ball. When we push it slightly he says it doesn t hurt. It doesn t feel squishy, more like cartilage. We noticed it about 3 months ago. My son is a healthy teenage boy who is active playing soccer. What could this be?
Thu, 4 Feb 2021
Hi,
It may be very much normal. However, malformation of developing bone may be there. If he has deficiency of calcium or / and vitamin D3, then he should be treated for the same.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
It may be very much normal. However, malformation of developing bone may be there. If he has deficiency of calcium or / and vitamin D3, then he should be treated for the same.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Satnarain Bansal, General & Family Physician
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