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Scoliosis can affect the lungs by altering the shape and volume of the thoracic cavity, which may restrict lung expansion and reduce respiratory function. Severe curvature of the spine can compress the lungs and create difficulty in breathing, leading to decreased oxygen intake and potential respiratory complications. In extreme cases, this can result in conditions such as hypoventilation or pulmonary hypertension. Early detection and intervention are crucial to mitigate these effects.
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Life expectancy for scoliosis patients?
Scoliosis will not affect your lifespan.
Where does scoliosis mainly affect?
Scoliosis is a descriptive term for a spinal condition. Scoliosis means curvature
How does scoliosis affect parts of your body?
With scoliosis, you're usually only limited if it causes back pain. If you suffer from back pain because of scoliosis, you might not be able to sit, stand, or bend over for long periods of time. Other physical activity may also be difficult. Unless the scoliosis is severe, it shouldn't affect the things you do that much, and in very mild cases, it shouldn't affect the things you do at all.
Is scoliosis behavioral?
No. Scoliosis is a physical disorder, so it does not affect the emotions, mind, or brain.
What are alternative treatments for scoliosis?
As I have heard, there is no particular alternative treatment for scoliosis. Treatments like biofeedback cannot prevent scoliosis. Exercise has not been confirmed to affect change on scoliosis.
Does scoliosis affect equally males and females?
No Scoliosis affects more females than males. I think its about 1 in 10 Scoliosis sufferers are male.
Does scoliosis affect a specific age group?
scoliosis affects 10% of adoelscants but only 1% need medical attention.
Do lifestyle choices affect scoliosis?
NO. They do not affect it. It is genetic so physical and mental health dose not affect it.
What disabilities does scoliosis cause?
Back pain, and breathing problems(due to twisted lungs crushing the lungs).
How does cigarettes affect the lungs?
does a cigarettes affect the lungs \
Is scoliosis serious?
Yes it is serious, but not generally life threatening. it depends on the type of curve and degree of curvature. scoliosis can put pressure and the heart and lungs which, if not treated can cause serious problems.
How dangerous is scoliosis?
It can be dangerous to have a levoscoliosis. They are considered more dangerous than a dextro curve due to their possible involvement with te heart. The heart lies more on the left side of your thoracic cavity and thus a left curve causes more of a complication.
