PECTUS EXCAVATUM INTERVIEW WITH A PATIENT Today I would like to introduce you to a friend, Edward Peterson. He has undergone a Nuss procedure and corrected his pectus excavatum deformity with it. Ed is just an actual guy that I know. Now he is living his sunken chest-free life to the fullest. I haven’t seen … Read more
Exact Cause of Pectus Excavatum The exact cause of pectus excavatum is still unknown. It probably originates from a genetic defect that results in abnormal musculoskeletal growth. The cartilaginous part of the rib cage is possibly the primary source of this strange growth pattern. Rib morphogenesis and development malformations are the most likely causes of … Read more
Not all people suffering from the pectus excavatum condition feel pain. However, in severe cases of deformity, agony is prevalent. The pain can worsen if the deformity worsens. The pain motivated me. I felt it in my chest and back area, and I had a lot of sleepless nights because of it. I was more … Read more
It is scientifically proven that people with pectus excavatum suffer embarrassment, low self-confidence, and social anxiety. All individuals with pectus excavatum are prone to overthinking, sometimes leading to depression. These psychological issues can change a person’s life on a deep level. Some teenagers with pectus excavatum shy away from showing their “flawed” body when going … Read more
Pectus excavatum symptoms can be classified into two categories: Physical Psychological PHYSICAL INDICATORS The physical signs are much more apparent. The main physical indication of pectus excavatum is a cavity of the breastbone in an inward direction. This gives the chest a sunken appearance. All you need to do is take your shirt off and … Read more
This article will share scientifically proven methods to correct rib flare. I used these methods and improved my flared ribs caused by pectus excavatum. I always hated the way my ribs were poking out of my shirts. It even made my pectus excavatum deformity appear more severe than it was. Improving rib flare isn’t as … Read more
