Osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis)
Avascular necrosis is a painful and uncommon condition that can affect any joint in youthful to middle-aged elderly individuals. It occurs in the hip when the blood supply to the ball at the extremity of the thigh bone is interrupted. This may cause the bone to die and the spheroid to collapse, both of which are symptoms of arthritis. This could be a temporary or permanent decrease in blood circulation. Avascular necrosis is a possible adverse effect of the use of corticosteroids to treat asthma or cancer. Alternately, you may have a severe fracture that restricts blood flow to the bone’s tip. This decrease in blood flow causes the surrounding tissues and bones to gradually perish.
Additionally, altering the shape of the ball at the end of the bone and causing stiffness and discomfort in the hip. It may result in the collapse of the joint’s disc, a symptom of arthritis. It is sometimes referred to as idiopathic, which means that its cause is unknown. Consequently, it is related to the following:
X-ray therapy
Consuming excessive alcohol
Sickle cell disease is an inherited condition that prevents red blood cells from transporting oxygen throughout the body effectively and completely.
Long-term use of excessive doses of corticosteroids, such as prednisone, can cause side effects.
If your healthcare provider suspects that you have avascular necrosis, they must recommend an immediate MRI to confirm the diagnosis. After receiving a diagnosis, you can begin treatment that may prevent the condition from aggravating further and preventing you from developing arthritis.
