Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Pectus Excavatum
That is what is wrong with Rory's chest. The doctors assure us there is nothing to worry about, that it did not cause her reflux or growth issues, it isn't affecting her heart or lungs, so we are very relieved. We are hoping she will outgrow it and it won't become a cosmetic issue for her. She's beautiful regardless. Now we can get some sleep :) We've given her pediatrician the boot, and will be seeing her family doctor to find out about the bloating and rashes she's been having. But all in all, very relieved.
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In pectus excavatum, the connective tissue that joins the ribs to the breastbone is overgrown, causing the sternum to curve inward. This gives the chest a hollow appearance. It can impair cardiac and respiratory function, and cause pain in the chest and back. Surgical repair of pectus excavatum will improve body image as well as physical and psychosocial functioning. To know more visit here http://complimentarymedicine.tv/story_1595.html
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