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Do you know anything about scheuermanns disease?

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Scheuermann's dz: Scheuermann's disease is notorious for causing lower and mid-level back and neck pain, which can be severe and significant kyphotic deformity of the thoracic region.

Answered 7/27/2014

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Juvenile kyphosis: Scheuermann disease or juvenile kyphosis usually developes in adoleescence.Usually 3 or more contiguous thoracic vertebrae wedged anteriorly with narrowing of intervening disc spaces. Round back may be mild or more severe.Usually more cosmetic issue than one of pain. Spinal fusion can be performed to halt or partially correct thdeformity Adult Schuermann disease may demonstrate kyphosis and pain

Answered 11/18/2014

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