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I have an old broken metatarsal that has caused me to have what the orthopedist is calling avuncular necrosis. i also have a cyst. what is this?
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Fairly serious: Cysts form in areas of bone degeneration. Avascular necrosis meand that the bone is "dying" . There are few stages for this so there may be a possibility to reverse this... You have to treat this asap.
Answered 12/5/2012
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A bone lesion: Avascular necrosis can occur after a fracture in that some of the blood supply to the bone is compromised, causing a dead portion of bone. Pain and limited motion (if near a joint) can result. Surgery is often necessary to resolve this.
Answered 12/5/2012
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Avascular Necrosis: Avascular necrosis refers to a condition in which injury or other causes result in a loss of blood supply to the bone. This may result in pain, collapse of the bone, or cyst formation. A cyst is typically a fluid filled space in the bone.
Answered 3/16/2014
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