Pectus Problem

I don't want to derail my own blog content, but I thought I'd take a moment and share something that has made me insecure since as long as I can remember. I have a deformity called Pectus Carinatum or Pigeon Breast. The cartilage has over grown which has made my breast bone protrude. FYI, the opposite problem is Pectus Excavatum or Funnel Chest.

If it had been diagnosed while I was a teenager, I could have worn a brace that would reform my ribcage. Unfortunately, at age 36 that will not work any more and the insurance companies consider it "cosmetic". I have made contact with a thoracic surgeon and am really close to seeing what my options are. However, I've decided to correct my other issues of the love handles and moobs before committing to pectus repair.

What's the point of having a flat chest when you still look fat, eh?

Here's a shot that demonstrates my deformity.