Scoliosis
Scoliosis (from Greek: skoliosis is a medical condition in which a person's spine is curved from side to side. Scoliosis is about two times more common in girls than boys. Although it is a complex three-dimensional deformity, on an X-ray, viewed from the rear, the spine of an individual with scoliosis may look more like an "S" or a "C" than a straight line.
Causes of Scoliosis
Scoliosis can affect about 2% of females and 0.5% of males. In most cases, the cause of scoliosis is unknown (idiopathic) but most are due to development problems.
Symptoms of Scoliosis
The most common symptom of scoliosis is an abnormal curve of the spine.
Some severe cases of scoliosis can lead to diminishing lung capacity, putting pressure on the heart, and restricting physical activities.
Scoliosis may cause the head to appear off center or one hip or shoulder to be higher than the opposite side.
Treatment of Scoliosis
Treatment of scoliosis is based on the severity of the curve and the chances of the curve getting worse. Treatment includes monitoring with regular medical check up to look for worsening of the curvature, bracing to help moderate cases and surgery may be necessary for the severe cases.
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