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Protruding sternum gets worse with age?

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MAYBE, BRACE HELPS: Pectus carinatum usually becomes more severe during adolescent growth years and may worsen throughout adult life. The secondary effects, such as scoliosis and cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions, may worsen with advancing age. Amazingly a brace may produce excellent results. The use of a customized chest-wall brace that applies direct pressure on the protruding area can reverse the bulge!

Answered 12/9/2013

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It can: But only during growth, e.g. During adolescence and early adulthood ... Once growth (in height) slows or stops, the pectus carinatum should slow or stop getting worse ...

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My chest bone sticks out, kind of noticeable. Protruding sternum pleas help?

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