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[|Human|] Hi, I am 18 and weigh around 142 pounds. I dont know if its because of weight or a posture problem but my thoracic / middle of spine sticks out and is visible even when im standing up straight and keep a flat back. It is uncomfortable when sitting or lying down on a hard surface. Just wanted to know if i could do anything to resolve this
[|AI|]  Hello, Thank you for contacting me at "Ask a Doctor". I will try to answer your question to the best of my ability. There are certainly a couple of things that need to be looked at in your situation.  Most of the time decent issues are due to poor posture and is seeing a physical therapist can certainly help correct this issue.  The most significant thing to look for is a scoliosis which can be diagnosed by an orthopedic specialist.  This sometimes needs x-rays. In the first instance, I would suggest a visit with your primary care physician who can probably tell you whether this is truly posture related or something more challenging such as a scoliosis. I hope this information is useful for you. Please do not hesitate to message us back if you have any further questions. Best wishes, A Chat Doctor.