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I AM NOT A DOCTOR. So this is not a definitive answer. I lost a lot of weight over a period of over two years--from 245 to 178. About the time I reached 200 I noticed that my xiphoid process was bent outward, the fat now being gone from there. My xiphoid process was originally normal. Since I was heavy for about 20 years, in my 30's and 40's, I think that sitting down or lounging with my big belly put enough pressure on it for a long enough time to gradually bend it up. I have seen posts on other forums from men who have lost weight who suddenly noticed the same thing. So this is "anecdotal" for sure but it seems to me that it is a pretty good explanation. There are lots of cultures in the world that "sculpt" human bone structure by putting pressure on specific areas for long periods of time. Also, corestted women report changes to the shapes of their rib cages after long term corsetting.
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Why is your xiphoid process swollen?
causes of swollen xiphoid process
Should you buy a kitten when it has a protruding xiphoid cartilage?
If you are purchasing the kitten as a pet, love the kitten otherwise, and it is from a good breeder, then go ahead and get it. The protruding xiphoid is only cosmetic and will not affect the cat's health in any way.
What Xiphoid process cause pain and discomfort?
why do i get pains in xiphoid process
What are the three fusion bones that connect to the sternum?
Manubrium, body and xiphoid process
Is the hand below the xiphoid process?
In anatomical position, the hands are indeed inferior to the xiphoid process of the sternum.
Why xiphoid process is known of landmark for CPR?
To locate, and not push onto the xiphoid process so that it breaks and injures the liver.
What causes the xiphoid process to enlarge at adulthood?
The xiphoid process enlarges during adulthood because it isn't truely set in sized until your early adulthood, early to mid thirties. It is normal to feel discomfort in this area, but it should go away after awhile.
The process tip of the breast bone?
Xiphoid process
The most inferior portion of the sternum is the xiphoid process what does the term xiphoid mean literally and to what sternal feature does it apply?
The xiphoid is the most inferior portion of the sternum. Xiphoid means shield.
What does the term xiphoid mean literally and to what sternal feature does it apply?
sward-shaped, to the xiphoid process
What are the three bones fused to create the sternum?
manubrium, body, xiphoid process
Number of bones in the xiphoid process?
One.
