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A member asked:
I am 19 years old and my chest looks little pointy ? will it be cured with time or it needs surgery ?
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No: You may have pectus carinatum or pigeon chest. It may or may not need be corrected. See a thoracic surgeon if you might want to be evaluated for surgical repair.
Answered 10/4/2016
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