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How long does it typically take for sclerosis to form due to stress fracture in the femur neck? sclerosis found via x-ray but no fracture is visible.

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

4-6 weeks: Sclerosis refers to an increased bone density in an area. When described in conjunction with a fracture, it is usually associated with the healing response to the fracture and usually takes at least 4-6 weeks to start to show up on an xray.

Answered 5/23/2016

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