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The term Dowagerâs Hump originated from the Greek word âkyphosisâ which means a hump, and dowager for its technical term meaning âdignified elderly womanâ. A physical deformity resulting in a condition of over-curvature of the thoracic spine (upper back) of our body.
Kyphosis or also known as dowagerâs hump often present in females. It has some common symptoms. The following signs and symptoms of kyphosis are as follows: 1  Muscle Fatigue. 2  Difficulty in Breathing. 3  Restriction of lung movement and balance problems. 4  Changed in posture.