Patient's question:
[Recent discovery of asymmetry in the sternum, higher on the left and lower on the right. No discomfort symptoms. Past treatment history and effectiveness: No treatment has been administered. Desired help: Is treatment necessary, and what is the best method of treatment?]Doctor's answer:
Hello, this condition may be rickets, commonly known as calcium deficiency, which is more common in infancy. It is a disease caused by vitamin D deficiency, leading to disorders in calcium and phosphorus metabolism in the body, resulting in poor bone calcification. Rickets develop slowly and are not easily noticed. Rickets weaken children's immunity, making them more susceptible to complications such as pneumonia and diarrhea, affecting their growth and development. Therefore, active prevention and treatment are necessary. It is recommended to enhance nutrition and undergo calcium supplementation. As long as the growth of the sternum does not affect breathing or the heart, surgical treatment is not required. I hope this helps.