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What can it mean if my neck seems hunched over and my spine seems more prominent in that area? is that normal?

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Osteoporosis: Depends on the age and underlying diseases. Poor chronic posturing problems chronic osteoporosis and long term increase of "kyphosis".

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 2/5/2012

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