Panic stations

[Vetgirl]

Hi Bill @fulafoto so glad you got someone who could actually answer some of your questions and that your surgeon is pedantic. I agree with Poppet....you want someone like that

So what does lots of room mean @Poppet and Bill?

 

[Poppet]

Hi Sally and Bill - in my case because I knew I had to have complex surgery with lots of bone grafts and a collapsed acetabulum that had forced its way into my pelvis having more room to see and move within the surgical site helping my surgeon in many different ways. @Vetgirl

 

[fulafoto]

Thanks @Poppet - yes it does put my mind at ease after today's chat. In my case Sally @Vetgirl I think it is because of the cyst that they need more room.. not sure but I don't mind how much room they 'take'

 

[Poppet]

I also had a cyst Bill, so another reason for more working space

 

[Sue629]

@fulfafoto.....We will have matching scars as I am having a posterior approach...though I will get staples I am thinking i rather have glue from what i read...lol Glad you got your questions answered that is always a bonus. Heading for my pre-testing this morning....cross the fingers and toes all goes well...then escaping to Maine couple days.....always all my best my friend Sue

 

[teakea66]

@fulafoto Oh wow Bill, what a great appointment. I'm so happy that you were able to meet with someone who could give you the information you were seeking. My THR is posterior-lateral with glue and I couldn't have wished for a better or easier recovery. All the best to you, the finish line is within sight now.

 

[fulafoto]

So @Sue629 - I'll show you my scar if you show me yours yes I wont mind the glue I think however I have had staples in a small head wound previously and they really honestly did not hurt at all going in or coming out. Hope you have a super time away
@teakea66 - thanks so much for your kind wishes. Your super recovery given the same approach and glue gives me even more optimism

 

[Sue629]

@fulafoto is all i can say...show n tell huh....hmmmm lmfao

 

[MajorHeidi]

Almost there for both @fulafoto Bill and Sue @Sue629 !
You will both be so happy with this I know!

 

[Poppet]

I love your new avatar photo Bill @fulafoto - you are looking decidedly more relaxed the closer the date - I just can't wait to have you on the recovery side my friend x

 

[GaRosehippy]

Hey Bill.........yippee a week away, so glad it is finally coming closer. I had a cyst on my right hip. As long as your OS is a perfectionist your posterior position should be wonderful. I can't wait to see the final result. Hopefully they will get to work on the other hip ASAP! I am sure you have everything ready to go. Will be thinking of you as the time arrives, well you will be on my mind even more!

 

[Sue629]

Had my pre testing today. all went well. No news good news. X-rays went well she said this might hurt and was only a lil laying flat on back. Then had to bring knee up and open up as far down as I could. She said I'm lucky I'm still pretty flexible. (Luckyhubby). I said. We laughed. Did a get away to Maine over nite. Change scenery does a world of
good and the ocean so calming.



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[Vetgirl]

Excellent @Sue629 do you have your own thread?

Not long now either Bill

 

[fulafoto]

Thanks @Poppet - today I am actually feeling excited about it all and by this time next week I will have a brand new shiny hip!!!!
@GaRosehippy - Thank you so much Roseann - I am raring to go here! Just wish it was tomorrow - what do they say "Lord give me patience - right now!" From what I hear of my OS he certainly is very fussy which is just what I want!
@Sue629 - Hey Sue - glad you're through your pre-op and really hope you get the all clear on all the tests!
@Vetgirl - No not long at all Sally!!!!

 

[glmrphy]

@fulafoto , I know you are getting excited! glad your OS is very adamant on the skin eruption rule. Cant wait to read about your recovery!

 

[Jp9294]

Hey Bill, just catching up on your thread and wanted to wish you the best of luck for the 30th! I look forward to following your recovery. I'll see you on the other side!

 

[Poppet]

Only days away now Bill, @fulafoto - then you will be a 'hippy' - I am so excited for you!

 

[fulafoto]

Thanks so much @glmrphy - will keep you updated for sure!
@Jp9294 - thanks so much for catching up and yeah - it's a date on the other side!
Thanks as always @Poppet - can't wait to be a hippy!
We had my youngest grandson's Baptism in Brisbane today (about a 3-4 hour drive) we went down yesterday and came home this evening and stayed with our son and his girlfriend.
Well I can tell you the operation can not arrive quickly enough. I had about 2-3 hours sleep and have been in really pain for the past 2 days through a combination of sitting in the car, sleeping on a bed that was low and not too comfortable and trying to get around during the party ofter the Baptism. The best thing was my lovely grandson, pictured here peek-a-boo with his Mother's (my daughter) pearls;

And here having his lunch;

And then the sunset as we drove home - absolutely spectacular;

So after my pain killers the pain is easing and I am tiring quickly so might head for bed now...

 

[bottomshollow]

@fulafoto, I'm guessing that in spite of the pain, you had a really great day! Just three more days and pain really does end. The pics are just super---what an adorable grandson you have. I know he's a joy! And that sunset is to die for.

Take care, we care.

 

[Jp9294]

What a beautiful baby! And that sunset was spectacular!! Hang in there, just a few more days!