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    TKR June 6th surgery and on the other side now

    Thanks for all the info. No I am not a red head :) but I am on BP meds although haven't started taking them again until recently. I was wondering why I was getting headaches so thanks for explaining that. I think I over did it with the exercising and have had a couple bad days but I...
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    TKR June 6th surgery and on the other side now

    I am at 3 weeks LTKR Had my staples removed the 18th and once again nearly passed out. Apparently my hemoglobin was 100 and part of the problem. Was off narcotics when I left hospital the 9th (surgery was the 6th) and was taking 2 Tramacet every 4 hrs. Decreased now to 1 as of Monday the...
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    TKR June 6th surgery and on the other side now

    Well it has been a week Whoot! Whoot! What a journey and thanks to BoneSmart I was forewarned and forearmed. Thanks to everyone who supported me in my freeking out phase and all the others.... :tantrum: My OS. was very pleased with my surgery and was able to work around the screws and wire...
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    June 6th and brain is freeking out

    My surgery is booked for 3 hours. Apparently not the run of the mill TKR so I should be all rested up for the day and have a perky afternoon on the mind altering drugs :umm: :rotfl:
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    June 6th and brain is freeking out

    Thanks for the great words of encouragement and the laughs. Especially recycled :heehee: Got the call and I am the first surgery so have to be there at 6AM. That is good news because I really hate the waiting.
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    June 6th and brain is freeking out

    Thank you all for your support. I thought maybe it was just me. I am sorry to hear others are also going through this too but relieved to know I am not alone. Luisa I think what we need to hear is it is really going to suck and to be brave and strong. The end result hasn't happened yet so we...
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    June 6th and brain is freeking out

    It seems like a roller coaster ride between calm and extreme fear driven panic. Didn't think I would be affected like this. The thing i dont understand is the anger I am feeling. I would like to slap all those blowing sunshine up my behind and telling me how wonderful it will be when I look...
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    June Sunbeams 2013 - Are you having knee surgery in June?

    Add me to the group please. I am having a LTKR June 6th and am trying to keep calm and stop myself from getting on the next plane to anywhere.
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    Scared out of my wits

    Hi all Finally got over my pneumonia and got my surgery date. I am set for June 6th. The reality is setting in but thanks to all the information provided here and the wonderful people supporting me I don't feel as scared. It does appear there are some differences here in Canada but not...
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    Scared out of my wits

    Hi all I was reading some info on allergic reactions/sensitivities to some of the implant materials and I am so glad I did. This never even occurred to me and is something I will have to address this week at my PAC appointment. I can't say it enough it is so awesome that I found Bonesmart...
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    Scared out of my wits

    Your man is a very lucky fellow. Thanks again and please stay posted for my next melt down.......lol :gaah: I agree about family not getting it. :hissy: Have an amazing day I am off to :sleep: nap. :thankyou:
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    Scared out of my wits

    I must say I am so humbled by the amount of support here. I am somewhat ashamed of my whining but graciously accept your words of wisdom, experience and un abounding kindness. It just gives me so much hope. RestAssured you are truly amazing. :SUNsmile: Can I come live with you....lol...
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    TKR This time I am doing it right and having a blast

    Sorry for the typo. Tashia. Stupid spell check. :shrug:
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    TKR This time I am doing it right and having a blast

    Tasha way to go. You offer so much support to others and continue to be an inspiration. I am so very happy that things are going well for you. :yay:
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    Scared out of my wits

    ResAssured thank you so much for sharing this with me. You should be very proud of all you have accomplished. You are a very strong person and I am very proud to know you. In advance I thank you for your support and encouragement. I guess I just need to put my big girl panties on and suck...
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