Definition and causes of chicken breast deformity
Chicken breast deformity refers to the protrusion of the sternum, which causes the chest to bulge outward to form a chicken breast deformity. This deformity may be hereditary or may result from poor habits or complications. According to statistics, about 1% of the world\’s population suffers from pectus carinatum, with men being the main affected group.
The main cause of pectus carinatum deformity is the destruction of the elastic connection between the suprasternal tubercle and the body of the sternum, causing the sternum to protrude outward. In addition, bad lifestyle habits such as bowing your head for a long time and lack of exercise will also increase the incidence of pectus carinatum deformity.
Symptoms and signs of chicken breast deformity
The main symptoms of pectus carinatum include dyspnea, cough, heart murmur, etc.
The sign of pectus carinatum deformity is the protrusion of the sternum, which makes the chest form a protruding \”chicken breast\” shape. In severe cases, the chest becomes bulging, causing adverse cosmetic effects. In addition, pectus carinatum deformity will deform the entire thorax and affect the normal development of the chest, lungs, heart and other internal organs.
Examination and treatment of chicken breast deformity
The diagnosis of pectus carinatum requires X-ray or CT examination to determine the shape and extent of the protrusion of the sternum.
For patients with mild pectus carinatum deformity, physical therapy and sports orthotics can be used to improve the deformity. Patients with severe pectus carinatum deformity require surgical treatment. Surgery usually uses methods to reshape the chest appearance, including retrosternal sternoplasty, outer soft tissue reconstruction, bone material implantation, etc.
At the same time, patients with pectus carinatum deformity also need to strengthen exercise and improve their living habits to maintain a good body shape and avoid further deterioration of the thoracic deformity.
Prevention and precautions for chicken breast deformity
Heredity is one of the main causes of chicken breast deformity. Therefore, the first step to prevent chicken breast deformity is to maintain good living habits, including regular exercise, maintaining a good body shape, and developing correct sitting and standing postures.
In addition, attention should also be paid to avoid bowing your head for a long time and any actions that may affect the normal development of the sternum and thorax, such as being addicted to the computer for a long time.
Summary
Chicken breast deformity is a disease that affects the appearance and health of the chest. The main causes are genetics and poor living habits. For patients with chicken breast deformity, timely prevention and treatment is very important. We need to develop good living habits and insist on regular exercise to prevent the occurrence of chicken breast deformity. At the same time, we should also check our physical condition regularly and take effective treatment measures to maintain our own health.
