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Curves In Left Side Of Rib Cage, History Of Respiratory Problems, Wheezing. Using Inhaler. Why This Curve Only On Left Side?

The left side of my ribcage sort of curves in... I've noticed it years ago but as time grew the curve got worse now it's visible. I have had respiratory problems for years as well, I was given an inhaler but my doctor never notices wheezing so I'm not sure if it's due to my ribcage problem. I don't know what this curve is, note that it's only on my left side.
posted on Mon, 29 Jul 2013
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Hi, it appears that your dyspnoea is cardiac dyspnoea, due to compression of the heart, or lung, due to the irregularity of the rib cage on the left side.
I advise you to consult a cardiologist, and orthopedic surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. Thank you.
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Curves In Left Side Of Rib Cage, History Of Respiratory Problems, Wheezing. Using Inhaler. Why This Curve Only On Left Side?

Hi, it appears that your dyspnoea is cardiac dyspnoea, due to compression of the heart, or lung, due to the irregularity of the rib cage on the left side. I advise you to consult a cardiologist, and orthopedic surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. Thank you.