Although some individuals here have referred to NICO as a non existent
condition, these licensed,
medical practitionrs not only disagree, but they have documented what they
consider is scientific proof. I offer this information because it is in my
own personal best interest to accept and believe that they know what they
are talking about and that this information could be helpful to others.
Includes maxillofacial osteonecrosis (NICO), avascular necrosis of the
mandibular condyle, and necrotizing otitis externa.
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