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What exactly is a prominent spine?
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Prominent spine: Easy to see the features of the spine because the back is thin.
Answered 8/21/2013
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See below: This is not a medical term but in context this would be a description used on the physical exam . Protuberant , standing out , and fullness are similar words . As far as the back exam this would refer to the spine, ribs or scapula. There are several causes and having an orthopaedic spine eval by an orthopaedic surgeon , not saying you need surgery . Hope i was helpful . Thank you.
Answered 8/22/2013
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