10 Symptoms of Rickets
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #7: Uneven Ribcage
Our upper torsos are home to some of our most essential organs such as the heart and the lungs. These organs are delicate and an injury to them could be very dangerous. The good news is that they are well protected. Our ribs provide a strong protective cage that helps prevent the soft organs and other tissues inside from getting hurt.
Usually, our ribcage will grow quite evenly, providing a visibly smooth surface on the outside. Rickets, however, can cause the rib cage to grow abnormally, resulting in lumps and bumps on the exterior surface. Softer than usual rib bones also increase the chances of a serious injury to the organs inside.
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