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Can Bone Marrow Leak Out Of Fractures?
my wife broke her foot in four places, she is extremely tired, feverish, cold and hot flashes, her foot is not healing well at all. her foot has been broke since june of this year. We are wondering if maybe she is getting poisoned by her bone marrow which may be leaking out of her fractures?
Thu, 30 Apr 2020
Hello,
Bone marrow leak or fat embolism is common after a long bone fracture. It is a life threatening condition and proper treatment is required.
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Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Bone marrow leak or fat embolism is common after a long bone fracture. It is a life threatening condition and proper treatment is required.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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