Introduction

AVN treatment in India has become an important topic because **Avascular Necrosis (AVN)** is being reported more frequently, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Many Indians mistake hip pain for general weakness, arthritis, or back pain. This confusion delays timely diagnosis and worsens outcomes.

To make awareness simple, here’s a self-assessment quiz designed for Indian patients. It is not a substitute for medical consultation, but it can help you decide whether your symptoms need attention from an orthopaedic specialist.

What is Avascular Necrosis?

AVN, also called osteonecrosis, occurs when the blood supply to the bone is disrupted. Over time, the bone tissue dies, leading to hip pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. If untreated, the hip joint may collapse, and avascular necrosis surgery becomes the only option.

In India, rising steroid use, alcohol consumption, and untreated trauma injuries are contributing to more cases among young adults.

Self-Assessment Quiz: Do You Have AVN?

Section 1: Hip Pain

1. Do you feel hip pain after walking or standing for long hours?
2. Does pain spread to the thigh, groin, or buttocks?
3. Does hip discomfort improve with rest but return the next day?
4. Do you feel a dull ache at night that disturbs sleep?

Section 2: Mobility Issues

1. Do you find it difficult to sit cross-legged or squat (important in Indian households)?
2. Do you feel stiffness while getting up from the floor or a chair?
3. Have you started limping or depending on support while walking?
4. Is climbing stairs becoming painful?

Section 3: Risk Factors