I have a very small and mild case of Pectus Carinatum and my doctor says to let it go cause it will go away on its own, its been a year now since he said that and it still looks the same as it did a year ago should i be concerned or is he right that it will go away on its own?????
2007-08-10 07:58:30 · 2 answers · asked by jstn_alford 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
my doctor is the one who told me that it will go away by its self but i am going back to see what he says since its been a WHOLE year and no change. also a less expensive way that i have found out about is a brace that has worked and i am 16 do you think that the brace would still work?
2007-08-10 08:26:12 · update #1
i have the exact same thing im 14 my problems are just cardiac or heart and my chest stick out ive heard that working out helps alot
what are your symptoms
2007-08-10 15:59:37 · answer #1 · answered by mtm7393_ld 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although pectus carinatum is seen by itself, it occasionally is seen in association with other problems. Has your doctor checked you for those?
Pectus deformations often do not go away. At some time you may want to consider a surgical repair. For this you need to consult with a thoracic surgeon experienced in such procedures and have a frank discussion about the pros and cons of such surgery.
2007-08-10 15:17:16 · answer #2 · answered by greydoc6 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋