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First Cancer, Now Avascular Necrosis?!?


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Avascular necrosis (AVN) causes pain in the joints (mainly the weigh-bearing joints of the legs) and is associated with chemotherapy and steroid use during cancer treatment.  The chronic pain connected with AVN can greatly impact a young adult’s life.  Listen to the stories of these four young women who live with AVN to get a glimpse into what it’s like to live with this chronic condition.

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Life on PauseBy Penn State Health

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