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    Kidney damage from ibuprofen?

    Hi all I've just been told that I need to stop taking ibuprophen as my pre op urine test indicates higher levels of something bad (not sure what, think it begins with a c) because of too much in my system. This is upsetting to me on several levels. First, I never exceeded the recommended dose...
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    I hope I have made the right decision...

    Yes. I am still doing the bilateral and we have the same date!
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    I hope I have made the right decision...

    Hi and thank you so much for thinking of me! Yes, I guess I am ok. Had my head in the sand for quite awhile, trying hard not to think about it. Now, just about 2 weeks out I feel petrified again and wish it would all go away! Of course, that's not going to happen and I will continue on with...
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    2016 September Sapphires - Are you having hip surgery in September?

    I am scheduled for bilateral hip replacement on September 27th. I could have scheduled it earlier but wanted to wait until our very hot summer was just about over. I thought that would give me plenty of time to enjoy my usual summertime activities. BIG MISTAKE! I am at a point now where I...
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    I hope I have made the right decision...

    I have decided to make the long trip into the "Big City" for the specialist who does bilateral hip replacement. I had my consultation yesterday. The trip seems a big hassle and I have yet to figure out the logistics but this seems to be my only option if I want both hips done at the same time...
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    Thinking rehab

    I am still in the process of trying to decide to have my surgery in my little hometown or travel many hours to a specialist in a big city. The reason I would travel would be for the option of bilateral surgery, not offered anywhere close to my home. If I did decide to travel I would imagine I...
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    Hoping for Guidance

    I am older than you are and am hoping to find someone who does bilateral and anterior (I think and if I qualify). I have yet to see either doctor but have appointments coming up in the next couple of weeks. Have heard great things about both. My concern is that I don't live close to S.F. and...
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    Hoping for Guidance

    Idsmartt I believe we are consulting with the same surgeons.
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    Conflicted in Montana......

    Big Sky I have the same dilemna! I live in a very small town about four hours from the largest city. I have consulted with surgeons in my town and none do bilateral or the anterior approach. I have an appointment with a very well respected surgeon in this city who does both. If I am a...
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    Trying to get a second opinion

    After my consultation with the surgeon the other day I decided to seek a second opinion. He does not do bilaterals or the anterior approach. As a matter of fact he told me he would never do bilaterals because they increase the mortality rate!? While I have resigned myself to the one at a time...
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    So all he did was glance at my xrays...

    Ok Feeling better now Thanks!
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    So all he did was glance at my xrays...

    I had my appointment with the surgeon today. It was very short and only lasted as long as it did because of my questions. He took a quick look at my xrays and said "replacements". Should there have been more??? I am not terribly comfortable with this but am limited by where I live and my lack...
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    Total 360 in attitude (but still scared)

    Thanks to all the wonderful information and support I have found on this site I have gone from total depression and denial to resolution and determination. I now can't wait to free myself from the pain that has controlled my life for years. I have my first appointment with a surgeon tomorrow...
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    Bilateral pro's & con's

    Hey Californians Where in CA do you live? I am north of Sacramento and have been told that nobody in this area does bilaterals. I have my first appointment on Thursday. Both of my hips are so bad I can barely walk. I would love to have them both done at the same time but don't know how to...
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    Log Leg

    Just a quick question. What is this? I have read people mentioning it but not sure what it means. Thanks, Geordy
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    I am so depressed

    I find myself coming back to this forum several times each day. Never in my life have I received such kindness and positive, caring advice and words of encouragement. What wonderful people here!!! You will be my source of strength in the days to come and I thank you so much for that.
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    I am so depressed

    Ok Yes I Can do this! And I must do this. Feeling better and determined to work on a more positive attitude Thank you so much!
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    I am so depressed

    Thank you all so very much. Just knowing you are out there facing the same challenges helps alot. I KNOW I can't go on like this. I will read and reread all of your posts and try to anticipate a better future as so many of you have experienced.
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    I am so depressed

    And need help. My right hip has been bothering me for years but I have just ignored it and the pain and lifestyle modifications it created. Now my left hip is starting and I am in constant agony and can barely walk. Out of desperation I finally consulted a doctor and of course I need...
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