Question 1

tell me about children with protruding lower rib cage?

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Rib protrusion: Children with rib and sternal protrusion usually have a variant of pectus carinatum. This represents a congenital chest wall malformation that can be asymmetric and may involve different/mulitple ribs.

Question 2

my baby is 10months old and i noticed her right rib is protruding out ... im really worried . may i know what is happening ?

Accepted Answer

Needs exam: There are several possibilities for this that can only be sorted out with a direct exam and possible testing. I wouldn't loose sleep over the issue for now, but I would schedule a doctor visit in the next few weeks so the issue can be addressed.

Question 3

soft mass protruding from right upper quadrant of chest area  no pain associated extends from lower rib cage towards naval area about 1"1/2 wide by 5"?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: Please see your PCP for an evaluation. From your description, a soft tissue tumor should be ruled out. An imaging test may be ordered by the PCP. Do you have any associated symptoms?

Question 4

lower left part of rib cage sticking out. how to make this go away?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Symptoms like these are best deterimed by a thorough evaluation by your physician.  Based on his/her findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help you.

Question 5

left side of ribs, mostly lower part, are sticking out alot! been like that for three months.left side more rounded than right.normal bloodtests.cause?

Accepted Answer

Unusual: Trauma?
Weight change?
Chest x-rays and evaluation are appropriate.
Variation is not uncommon but want to be sure no other issues.

Question 6

off and on sudden severe cramping of lower rib cage, ribs sticking out when cramping, also pain in lower left back with cramping not at same time.

Accepted Answer

Cramps: Recurrent muscle cramps can be due to deficiencies of calcium, magnesium, sodium or potassium. I recommend that you discuss this with your physician who can order appropriate tests.

Question 7

severe constipation w/o bm for 4+ wks, very full, see bulges sticking out from lower ribs through pelvis on both sides, softener/5days, emergency?

Accepted Answer

Enema time.: Administrate an enema hold if in lying for a few then try to pass stool. Add MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) to make stool more soft so you can pass it.

Question 8

what conditions can cause factored ribs in infant?

Accepted Answer

Baby rib fractures: Trauma is the common cause, but causes of rib fractures in infancy include trauma (including birth trauma), cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), chest surgery, and chest physiotherapy, etc... Underlying conditions such as osteogenesis imperfecta, osteopenia of premature birth, rickets (vitamin D problems), and other dietary or metabolic problems increase a baby's risk of fractures.

Question 9

how long does it take for a rib to heal in a 16 day old infant?

Accepted Answer

Rib FX: Should heal fairly quickly in an infant. The real question is, how did this happen to a 16 day old baby? See a pediatrician.

Question 10

how long does it take for a fractured rib take to heal on a 1-2 month old infant? and would there be any physical signs such as bruising on the skin?

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Red flag: I must know whether this was an injury sustained during birth, and whether the diagnosis is made by a trusted radiologist. A rib fracture in an infant is deeply concerning for inflicted trauma. I would discuss this with a trusted physician / child health care team. Often we do not truly know even those closest to us. For your sake & junior's, address this.

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Tell me about children with protruding lower rib cage?

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My baby is 10months old and i noticed her right rib is protruding out ... im really worried . may i know what is happening ?

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Soft mass protruding from right upper quadrant of chest area no pain associated extends from lower rib cage towards naval area about 1"1/2 wide by 5"?

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Lower left part of rib cage sticking out. how to make this go away?

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Left side of ribs, mostly lower part, are sticking out alot! been like that for three months.left side more rounded than right.normal bloodtests.cause?

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Off and on sudden severe cramping of lower rib cage, ribs sticking out when cramping, also pain in lower left back with cramping not at same time.

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Severe constipation w/o bm for 4+ wks, very full, see bulges sticking out from lower ribs through pelvis on both sides, softener/5days, emergency?

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What conditions can cause factored ribs in infant?

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How long does it take for a rib to heal in a 16 day old infant?

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How long does it take for a fractured rib take to heal on a 1-2 month old infant? and would there be any physical signs such as bruising on the skin?

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