tessa
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I have had problems with my hip , on and off, since I was child. Intermittent pain, limited movement (could never sit cross legged!). In Sept 2015 started getting pain in my hip more or less constantly. GP requested X ray which showed "mild osteoarthritis " in both hips and a dysplasic appearance to left hip. Referred to MSK service had physio and 2x steroid injections, first was amazing for 6 weeks , second limited effects.
I am now taking naproxen and paracetamol throughout the day and even with this am still in pain, limping and can't walk more than half a mile. I used to be so active, swimming, walking at least 10 miles at the weekend. I struggle at work getting up off the floor ( I am a nurse assessing disabled children).
I have now been referred to a surgeon, appt on 20th March for consideration of hip replacement. I don't want surgery but can't see any other way forward, but am worried as I only have mild arthritis (but not mild symptoms) I will end up having to struggle on.
Would be good to know people's views and if anyone has has similar experience ...
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I am now taking naproxen and paracetamol throughout the day and even with this am still in pain, limping and can't walk more than half a mile. I used to be so active, swimming, walking at least 10 miles at the weekend. I struggle at work getting up off the floor ( I am a nurse assessing disabled children).
I have now been referred to a surgeon, appt on 20th March for consideration of hip replacement. I don't want surgery but can't see any other way forward, but am worried as I only have mild arthritis (but not mild symptoms) I will end up having to struggle on.
Would be good to know people's views and if anyone has has similar experience ...
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