Avascular necrosis (AVN), or more correctly "osteonecrosis", is a generic term referring to an ischaemic death of the constituents of bone. AVN has a wide variety of causes and can affect nearly any bone in the body. Most sites of involvement have an eponym associated with avascular necrosis of that area, and these sites are... Continue Reading →
Vegetarian lettuce wraps with tofu and mushrooms.194 CaloriesMakes 4 Ingredients:3 tablespoons hoisin sauce3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons rice vinegar1 teaspoon sesame oil2 teaspoons canola or grapeseed oil1 (12- to 14-ounce) package extra-firm tofu (do not use silken)8 ounces baby bella (cremini) mushrooms, finely chopped1 (8-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped2 cloves garlic,... Continue Reading →
Hi, I'm Debbie and I have Avascular Necrosis/Osteonecrosis, It's a rare disease/disorder where you have a temporary or permanent loss of blood supply to the bone.I developed my avascular necrosis/osteonecrosis after I suffered a meniscal tear. I'm lucky and very grateful because the doctors don't feel it will go to any other joints . Others... Continue Reading →
Not everyone knows what it is like to suddenly one day be told by a doctor you will have chronic pain for probably the rest if your life. I've been blessed with a few painful diagnosis, I say blessed because I know I will help others because of my diagnosis.Osteoarthritis 2010Osteonecrosis 2014Spondylolisthesis 2016Hypothyroidism 2002Rosecea 2017Shock... Continue Reading →
Somedays it's really hard to feel good about yourself when your body keeps betraying you. Before your diagnosis, you felt pretty good about your body. Or maybe you’ve always struggled with body acceptance and tended to focus on your self-perceived flaws rather than your beauty. Now your AVN is forcing you to deal with a... Continue Reading →
Ah yes age 54 soon to be 55 and suddenly develop skin problems.You would think by age 50 after working all your life and dealing with Osteonecrosis Osteoarthritis Spondylolisthesis Being a former Battered woman from my 1st marriage I could at least remain free and clear from skin problems I mean at age 50 we... Continue Reading →
I'm sharing this because we are losing to many people because of suicide.Chronic pain is devastating and pain and depression are perfect storms and take a toll on our mental health. We often can feel overwhelmed if you ever have thoughts of harming yourself There is help for people who are feeling suicidal. If you... Continue Reading →
This disease called Avascular Necrosis is a terrible one especially when your dealing with multifocal avn. I am grateful to only have it in one jointAll chronic conditions that change our life and lifestyle suck and if we're not careful depression could easily take over and we lose sight of the beautiful spiritual being we... Continue Reading →
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