10 Symptoms of Rickets
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Symptom #8: Protruding Breastbone
Our breastbones also play an important part in the protection of the organs and other tissues within the chest cavity. Known medically as the sternum, the breastbone is attached to the collarbone and holds the ribs firmly in place. Usually, it lays quite flat down the front of the chest, but that is not always the case.
One symptom of rickets is that the breastbone will become deformed and protrude from the front of the chest. Not only is this problematic aesthetically, but it can also increase the chances of harm as well as being quite uncomfortable for the patient.
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