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Degenerative changes to the thoracolumbar spine including the costovertebral joints. could someone explain?
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These are most : Likely normal age related changes that can be accelerated by being obese, a smoker or having a family history of arthritis. Generally, these are more apparent in men v women at an earlier age but more prevalent as we enter middle age with this increasing with age. Most do not have symptoms.
Answered 9/25/2013
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