Question 1

i am 28yrs old and randomly my 9th & 10th ribs on the right side overlap an i have to physically fix it. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: Something called "sliped rib".I would suggest that you consult with an orthopedic surgeon. You don't have a major problem but maybe the orthopod can help stop this from happening.

Question 2

when i lay on my side a certain way my rib cage overlaps, you can actually hear this happening with a popping noise. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

It can be: If you have inflamation of the cartilage that connects the sternum or breastbone to the ribs. Or you might have a fracture, but usually these things are very painful. You are still growing, so that might be your explanation. If you are having pain, or it's sufficiently bothersome, seeing your family doctor would be the best way to find out what the problem is and how to deal with it. Best wishes!

Question 3

chest xray for heart palpitations at er.tech saw small spot botton left lung.er dr says may be two ribs overlapping on the image but not sure,follow up with pulmonologist. now im scared.chances only two ribs overlapping on image &nothing else?

Accepted Answer

Imaging: A cardiology evaluation including a Holter monitor may be indicated. Discuss a repeat CXR with your PCP. If you have no respiratory history or symptoms and do not smoke, it may be due to a technical issue.

Question 4

does the term "confluence of shadows"on a chest x ray generally mean that something is observed that resembles a nodule but is believed to be something else such as overlapping normal structures?

Accepted Answer

Upload: You may upload your imaging and report during a virtual consult with HT. Confluence refers to contiguous findings.

Question 5

i just had a chest x-ray and was told my lungs were fine but there were overlapping shadows on the lower right side.  what would a ct scan show?

Accepted Answer

Explanation : Most likely it may help to figure out the source of this shadow or ruled out all the problem at all. .Follow the your doctor instruction. Do not panic.

Question 6

chest xray show triangular density mostly due to overlap bronchovascular tree
normal?
no symptoms
i did it to see if there are enlargement lymph nodes

Accepted Answer

Should recheck it: Since you are young and asymptomatic, you can have your chest X-Ray repeated in one year. If this shadow changes in size, then a CT scan of the chest is the best test to see it better and obtain its size. Most likely it is nothing of consequence unless you have associated symptoms.

Question 7

pain on my ribs?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Ribs may hurt for many reasons, such as trauma (bumped into something, somebody poked a finger into the ribs), coughing (bad cold & cough symptoms), jogging/running (breathing heavily for a while), weight training or sit-ups (over exertion while exercising), irritation in the rib's bones/muscles/cartilage/linings, a tumor (rare), etc...  If symptoms don't go away quickly, one must visit a doctor.

Question 8

what is a rib hump?

Accepted Answer

Thoracic prominence: When a person has scoliosis, or curvature of the spine, the spine can rotate as well as curve.  The rotation of the spine causes the ribs on one side of the back to elevate resulting in a prominence or rib hump.  Most of the hope will resolve if the person undergoes posterior spinal fusion to correct and fuse the deformed area of the spine.

Question 9

can ribs get out of place?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: The ribs articulate with the spine in the back and breastbone in the front.  These are technically joints and with enough forced can become disrupted.

Question 10

spasm under left rib cage?

Accepted Answer

Need more info.: Structures in that area are spleen, kidney, diaphragm, and intestines. True muscle spasm that comes on after exercise is most likely diaphragm and will resolve with conditioning. Other causes need to be evaluated by your doctor.

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I am 28yrs old and randomly my 9th & 10th ribs on the right side overlap an i have to physically fix it. what is it?

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When i lay on my side a certain way my rib cage overlaps, you can actually hear this happening with a popping noise. is this normal?

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Chest xray for heart palpitations at er.tech saw small spot botton left lung.er dr says may be two ribs overlapping on the image but not sure,follow up with pulmonologist. now im scared.chances only two ribs overlapping on image &nothing else?

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Does the term "confluence of shadows"on a chest x ray generally mean that something is observed that resembles a nodule but is believed to be something else such as overlapping normal structures?

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I just had a chest x-ray and was told my lungs were fine but there were overlapping shadows on the lower right side. what would a ct scan show?

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Chest xray show triangular density mostly due to overlap bronchovascular tree normal? no symptoms i did it to see if there are enlargement lymph nodes

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Pain on my ribs?

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What is a rib hump?

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Can ribs get out of place?

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Spasm under left rib cage?

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