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What Causes Protruding Chest Bone In A Teenager?
My son is 13 and very thin. About 90 pounds and 5 3 tall. He has a history of skin excema. I have noticed recently that his chest bone is protruding on one side toward the center of his chest while the other side is very symmetrical. When I bend hm over to look for signs of scoliosis his spine appears straight. He does not complain of any pain, weakness or breathing issues. Should I be alarmed and rush him to see his pediatrician or simply bring it up at a next check up? Thank you
Thu, 3 Jan 2019
Hello,
Most probably it will be a chest wall abnormalities like pectus excavatum.
Consult a thoracic surgeon and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Most probably it will be a chest wall abnormalities like pectus excavatum.
Consult a thoracic surgeon and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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