Question
What is Pigeon Chest, and how should treatment be approached for a mild case?
Answer
Pigeon Chest is a type of skeletal deformity often associated with rickets, characterized by an inward Depression of the sternum. Treatment for pigeon chest typically involves high-dose vitamin D therapy to control the progression of the deformity. Early treatment is particularly important for mild cases of pigeon chest to avoid the need for surgery or physical therapy later on. Even after medication, some patients may still have residual deformities, at which point further medical intervention may be necessary.