Avascular Necrosis (Osteonecrosis) The Silent Rare Disease: My Story

by Wyketha K. Parkman

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In 2014, I was diagnosed with avascular necrosis of the hips. That's when my nightmare began.What is avascular necrosis?Avascular necrosis (AVN), also known as osteonecrosis of the femoral head, occurs when the blood supply to the bone is decreased. This interruption in blood supply causes small cracks and breaks in the bone. If the AVN is left untreated, the bone will eventually die and collapse.Over 20,000 people acquire AVN every year, typically...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1545392749

ISBN13:9781545392744

Release Date:May 2017

Publisher:Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Length:140 Pages

Weight:0.43 lbs.

Dimensions:0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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