Question
Is it possible to have pigeon chest while serving in the military? How to treat pigeon chest?
Answer
Pigeon chest, characterized by an anterior prominence of the sternum, is a common chest deformity. It is often considered related to genetic factors and believed to be caused by excessive growth of the ribs and costal cartilage. The deformity of the sternum usually results from the deformation of the ribs. Recommendations: Chest wall deformities that affect breathing and circulation, such as funnel chest, pigeon chest, and pectoralis splitting, not only cause psychological burden and personality impact due to the deformity itself but also require surgery to correct breathing and circulation functions.