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I'd like to correct my barrel chest (not sure of cause) as it affects my appearance and posture. is this possible?

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Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

Specializes in Radiology

Smoker? Asthma?: Unlikely that your barrel chest can be corrected. It may be secondary to any chronic lung problem which causes over expansion of the lungs like asthma, COPD, Emphysema, alpha 1 antitrypsin deficiency. and others. Any history of smoking? Removing the inciting cause may slow progression.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 12/9/2016

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