What causes the sudden deterioration of the femur bone?
Patient: the top of my left femur disappeared over a 3 mo. period and am told I have necrotizing faceitis...due to possibly a fracture that was found.recently a dr. told me it may have,and most likely was caused from a bed wound that exposed my spine....can someone tell me what really caused my bone to deteriorate that quickly?I also was ending chemo for ovarian cancer when all this began last year. Doctor: HiWelcome to healthcaremagicI have gone through your query and understand your concern. Hip bone is reabsorbed following fracture neck of femur. It may have possiblity that that following fracture neck of femur many times head and neck get absorbed. So I see most likely cause of your bone disappeared following fracture neck of femur. Other less likely cause can radiation which you get following your cancer treatment.You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it.Hope I have answered your query.If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us . I will be happy to help you.Wishing you good health.Take care.