What is hyperkyphosis?
Hyperkyphosis is an excessive (hyper) curvature of the spine exceeding the normal range. Hyperkyphosis occurs in the thoracic spine. In adults, osteoporosis is a common cause often involving several vertebrae.
How do members experience hyperkyphosis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with hyperkyphosis*
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Pain in lower back
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Fatigue
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Depressed mood
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Pain
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for hyperkyphosis*
Who has hyperkyphosis on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 3 | |
| 70+ | 2 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4 | |
| Female | 8 |