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My upper chest/ sternum has somewhat become protruded. the sternum feels like the bone is pushed out, and on the sides feel like lumps? any ideas?
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Pectus carinatum: You may be developing a chest wall deformity that may have been present since birth. You may need a ct of the chest, bone x-rays, evaluation for metabolic bone disease. A pulmonary exam is in order.
Answered 3/12/2020
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