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Could a breast lift or implants fix sternum appears to be sticking out of my chest? (Photos)

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sha111730Jun 9, 2019

I had a breast reduction 6 years ago. I gained 50 pounds over the few years following my procedure then lost it all, plus some, two years ago. I'm currently trying to lose more weight and noticed my chest is looking really bad! It appears as though my sternum is sticking out and it looks absolutely terrible from the side. I'm concerned I might have pectus carinatum (thanks google!) but hoping I might just be in need of a lift or implants so figured I better ask for some expert advice :)

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Dr. Gary M. Horndeski, MD
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Dr. Carlos Mata, MD, MBA, FACS
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Dr. Stefan Mark Szczerba, MD
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Dr. Ira H. Rex III, MD
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Dr. Elan Reisin, MD, FACS
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