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Hi all,
Had an appoimntment at hospital today and saw Mr V Kumar. He said straightaway, before examination that there is no way my hip would sublux after this operation. He looked at my hip and agreed that it was sticking out when I put my weight on that leg, however, he said, that it was just the shape of my hip that side. As for the popping he said that's just the ligaments snapping over the hip when I move it in that position. For the pain he recommended painkillers and again said it takes time to heal, He has put me forward for an injection to help with the pain, I don't know how long that will take to come through but apparently I have to go to day stay unit for it. He did mention necrosis but said lets try the injection first. I have had so many different opinions now I'm just totally confused so I'm going to go along with what they say as I'm no expert and feel I just have to listen to the proffessionals.
 
Hi Sarah

Well at least you've seen someone now. I've also been offered the injection if I'm still having pain in the hip by May.

I've had a pretty good week this week but I'm still not walking pain free, although I can walk through it now without limping when I pay attention. I also had a bad night last night, hip was pretty uncomfortable. We are at roughly the same stage of recovery, so although you do seem to have more pain than me, you can be reassured that someone else is also finding it a long and uncomfortable process back to full recovery.

At this stage, the pain in the hip when I walk is still worse than before the op, I've been told it's most likely the microfracture and FAI repair site that causing it and it could be a long time before that stops. Months. So I don't think the doctor is telling you much different from what I've been told. And as I say, I've also been offered the injection if I'm not walking pain free by May when I see the surgeon again. There is some consistency of approach, which should hopefully reassure you.
 
Old schools and colleges often have no disabled access or lifts. I think the age of the building makes them exempt.
 
How are you getting on Sarah?
 
Hi Kim and all,

Really not good tonight. Close to tears in fact. My pain has been worsening by the week and I'm suffering tonight. I called hospital this week to find out when my 'urgent priority' injections were likely to be and was informed - at the earliest - the end of April!!??!! It's so hard at work and it's definately making it worse. I'm literally on my feet walking around and up and down stairs all the time ... it's a killer. I phoned my surgeons secretary when I got the 'end of April' news, to see if they could bring things forward due to the ever increasing pain. She spoke to Mr White who has decided he needs to see me again and have some x- rays taken. i don't how long that will be .. she said the appoinments dept will be semding me a letter. The same day I received a letter from Mr Kumar (the doctor who suggested the injections) which stated that may have to look into the possibility of avascular necrosis (??!!) I have continual pain on deep in the front and back of the groin and it goes right down to (and sometimes past) my knee. What I don't understand is why painkillers don't even touch the pain in any way? I'm starting to worry about going away and flying now, my holiday insurance doesn't cover any pre existing medical conditions. Sorry, it's just moan, moan, moan with me. How are you getting on Kim???
 
Sarah....so sorry you are hurting. Unfortunately, this does happen when a hip is bad. Try and take things as easy as you can so that things can have a chance to calm down before you go on your vacation.
 
Pain killers don't work in these situations for much the same reason as they don't work on toothache. The pain is too intense and somewhat different in nature. I think this indicates you have some bone-on-bone somewhere. Keep pestering them - you know the saying that it's the squeaky wheel that gets the oil?
 
Oh my goodness Sarah, that doesn't sound good, you poor thing. Have you got ordinary painkillers (paracetamol/ibuprofen) or something more like cocodamol? My GP is letting me order cocodamol still because when it hurts to walk, it really hurts. Does ice help?

I'm so sorry you're suffering this way. Have you tried seeing your GP for more help with the pain to tie you over until you can see the hospital? Maybe it would help to keep pestering them to push things on earlier. Like Jo says, it's the ones who shout loudest who get heard.

I'm sorry I can't really offer much help or comfort, just letting you know I'm thinking of you.

My week has been so so, thank you for asking, but I'll survive. The ups and downs are all part of the process, I am a bit fed up again this weekend, but I think it's my own fault, I got carried away with feeling so good and the sun was out and the hills beckoned me etc etc. I love walking, especially this time of year, who can resist the daffodils trumpeting the arrival of spring? But I've been using the crutch again and it's not so bad now. It's so difficult finding that fine line point between not doing enough and doing too much.

I really hope you find some way to ease your pain, it's so horrible when you have pain that bad, as it totally consumes your whole body in the end doesn't it. And your mind actually. If it were me, I'd go to the GP to see if they can give you something stronger for the pain.

Keep us updated, and I so hope this week improves for you.
 
Don't want to be a Eeyore about it but my sister was on three different kinds of morphine prior to her hip replacement and it barely took the edge off.
 
Got an appointment through yesterday and am going back (again!!) to hospital on Wednesday so hopefully may have more news for you all then. Thanks, everyone for your kind comments :friends:
 
p.s - let's hope I'm not crouched down on all fours creating huge displays in a school corridor this week !!! How sad is that - I don't even have a work space :cry4:
 
Sarah, my heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry for your pain and what you have to endure. I have had tons of anti inflammatories over the years, ulcers after, painkillers don't do it, sometimes I get relief with amitryptillin at night, the last few months I got morphine, and that doesn't do much either. So I just watch every single movement, and if its bad, I put on a neoprene hip brace/tenser. I really hope you get better news at your appointment.
 
Fingers crossed for you on Wednesday that they'll be able to give you some answers and help.
 
Aw Sarah, I'm really feeling for you.:cry: I can't believe that you are even still going to work with it making your pain so much worse - I hope they appreciate what you are putting yourself through! I was the same pre-op, going to work and struggling through - I had tears rolling down my face in a meeting one time in November because of acute pain. With hindsight I would've had more time off, my department is still running without me, nothing has ground to a halt and I'm sure there will be plenty for me to do when I eventually get back - nobody is indispensable. I wish I'd been kinder to myself and not added to my own misery by making myself hurt more.

From what you are suffering you should be able to get a sick note from the GP, or at least, you should be able to negotiate 'reasonable adjustments' by law through your HR department and their occupational health provider. Crouching on all fours in a corridor should certainly not be expected of you - is your immediate manager/supervisor aware of your condition and the pain you are in?

Good luck for Wednesday :grouphug2:
 
You know what, I just can't believe how much support and help I get from you all, it's because you all understand.Thank you all so much. I feel everyone this end is probably thinking - oh, for God sake .... stong going on - even thou I try not to. I am supposed to be creating another school display - this time for the Ski Trip - but once again - no desk for me to use - as G.C.S.E Art in being held in the classroom -so I''m just not doing it - besides, I end up bloomin filthy. Don't get me wrong - I love my job - but I do feel a liitle like - they are thinking - well, you're back - just get on with your job??!!. It's funny - my hip wasn't too bad this morning - after a lazy Sunday, Saturday was agony and now it's becoming sore again, just, I suppose due to the constant being on my feet. I hope I haven't got this 'avascular necrosis' that they are investigating, however, when I have read the symptoms they are very similar to mine ... anyone with any information on this condition and treatment for it ? .... I would greatly appreciate any input. Off to teach art at 11.30 - what a releif - a seat and a desk ( just covering whilst the exam is on ... but every little helps)!!!:yes 4:
 
Sarah, So sorry to hear you are still in a lot of painI can't believe you are going to work. Won't the GP sign you off? Nobody in the school should expect you to be on all fours in a corridor. You said you felt better after a lazy Sunday and that shows you you need to rest. I feel guilty sometimes that I'm not back at school teaching as I'm now able to walk around easily without my crutches. However, when I pop in to see my class I am soooooo pleased to be able to walk away as just a short time is exhausting. Please be kind to yourself and listen to your body.
Cathy
 
Sarahs said:
You know what, I just can't believe how much support and help I get from you all, it's because you all understand.Thank you all so much. I feel everyone this end is probably thinking - oh, for God sake .... stong going on - even thou I try not to.
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No we absolutely do not! That's what BoneSmart is for - venting, crying, ranting and whatever else you need to do.
We'll also rejoice with you when you take a step forward. We bar nothing! :friends:
 
Sarahs.....I'm assuming you were diagnosed with AVN in your hip area and the problem should be alleviated with your hip replacement if that's the case.

Sometimes folks who are on steroid treatemnts for long periods of time develop necrosis. Others (like me - I had it in my knee before my TKR) just have it appear for no reason.

Do you know exactly what the AVN diagnosis was....where it was located?
 
Hi Jamie, I haven't been diagnosed with AVN, but have had a letter saying that if the pain continues they will be looking into the possibility of it, that was about 2 weeks ago and it's getting worse day by day. At least I'm seeing someone tomorrow and will hopefully get some more information then, lets hope so eh?!
 
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