- male
- 25 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm 25 and I've noticed that my chest has some kind of deformation. After looking it up online, I figured out that it might be pigeon chest. I'm really keen on getting it treated but I'd prefer to avoid surgery if possible. Is there any other way to deal with this?
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consult surgeon
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Orthopaedician
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