Can Bisphosphonates Cause Osteonecrosis Of The Femoral Head(avascular Necrosis). | MyMyelomaTeam

Connect with others who understand.

sign up Log in
Resources
About MyMyelomaTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyMyelomaTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.
Can Bisphosphonates Cause Osteonecrosis Of The Femoral Head(avascular Necrosis).
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­

We know bisphosphonates can lead to the complication of osteonecrosis of the jaw. Has anyone else been diagnosed with Stage III avascular necrosis of the femoral head with 50% involvement? I have been having an intense pain in my right hip and the MRI revealed avascular necrosis. The clinician I saw said "this is not from the myeloma." I haven't been to the referral appointment yet, but my question is Could it be from the myeloma treatment?

posted April 8, 2021 (edited)
β€’
View reactions
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Biophosphonates can cause Osteonecrosis. Osteonecrosis happens when blood flow to part of a bone is reduced. This can lead to death of bone tissue, causing the bone to break down and joints to collapse.
There may be no symptoms of the disease at first, but over time, you will start to feel pain in the affected bone.
Treatments may include medications, physical therapy, and surgery.
Cold packs and heat treatments may help to ease pain and soothe stiff joints and muscles.

Love, Marcia 🌸🌻🌼

posted April 8, 2021
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

TeacuP You are a warrior,you will give it all you got. You are not alone.Hope you have a Specialist on your team. It is so important. Much πŸ’˜love Livonia

posted April 10, 2021
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

So sorry to hear about your complication Stacy. Glad you are finding some relief with rest. Be kind to yourself. Prayers the specialist will help too.

posted April 9, 2021
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thank you Donna. I need to ask if there are any new developments there.

posted April 27, 2021
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Hope and pray it doesn't progress. Is their anything they can do to strengthen your bones that cause ONJ?

posted April 27, 2021

Related content

View All
What Percentage Of Patients Get Side Effects From Zometa For Bone Strength? What Are The Most Common Side Effects?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
My Dr Wants To Have My Dentist Check Me Out For Some Bone Strengthening Drug. What Is That About?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Osteonecrosis Of The Jaw
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
Your privacy is our priority. By continuing, you accept our Terms of use and Privacy policy.
Already a Member? Log in