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Does Scheurmann’s Kyphosis Reduce The Life Expectancy?
Does Scheurmann’s kyphosis or somewhat severe kyphosis (angle of bend is less than 90 degrees but somewhere near 75-80 degrees) reduce life expectancy? I am worried about a great person who is more than just close to my heart. Please, please could you tell me fast? I am extremely worried for him. This goes without saying, but I pledge not to tell him or inform them if the news is good or bad.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advise.
In Scheuermann's disease there's is not morbidity than mortality.
Means life expectancy is approximately is equal to healthy people if it is treated early. If associated with osteoarthritis or spondylosis may aggravate the problem.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advise.
In Scheuermann's disease there's is not morbidity than mortality.
Means life expectancy is approximately is equal to healthy people if it is treated early. If associated with osteoarthritis or spondylosis may aggravate the problem.
Hope I have answered your question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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