What is proximal femoral focal deficiency?
Proximal femoral focal deficiency (PFFD) is a congenital deformity of the hip and femur. There are varying levels of severity and it can occur on one or both legs. Treatment varies based on severity but can include limb lengthening or different types of surgery and prostheses.
How do members experience proximal femoral focal deficiency?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with proximal femoral focal deficiency*
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Pain
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for proximal femoral focal deficiency*
Who has proximal femoral focal deficiency on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 1 | |
| 60s | 2 | |
| 70+ | 0 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | |
| Female | 4 |