At last I have dates for my hip replacement.
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I thought i’d update you all on my long awaited rthr.
I am in the NHS Lothian area in Scotland.
i was referred by my gp in July 2017, had consultant appointment in May 2018.
As you can imagine I was getting very frustrated at the time it was all taking.
Yesterday at long last my appointment letter popped through my letter box.
i have my pre op in 2 weeks time, then my surgery on 10th October.
i am excited and terrified at the same time. I will be glad when it’s all over, I have recovered and can get some normality in my life.
Thanks for all your support.
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lynne210668 Lal1957
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That's fab news really pleased for you I was pretty much in the same boat as you I was so excited then the week before so scared but that's normal and now 4 weeks after having it done so happy that I had it done its an emotional ride but so worth it to be pain free! All the best Lynnex
Rocketman_SG6UK Lal1957
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It seems to take forever, then suddenly you're on an icy slope into surgery and recovery - the two weeks will fly by, so time to make sure you have the house prepared for your recovery. Ready prepared meals in the freezer, trip hazards out of the way, seat and loo raisers ready, grabber and long handled shoe horn ready, etc. etc.
Best wishes
Graham
Lal1957 Rocketman_SG6UK
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Going to stay with my son after surgery as I live on my own. I’d better check he is ready for me!!
You sound as if you are doing so well now. So pleased for you.
Best wishes
Linda
Rocketman_SG6UK Lal1957
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Glad you're staying with your son, it's always handy to have someone there when you start recovering.
Graham
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ptolemy Lal1957
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Lal1957 ptolemy
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i’m sure I’ll be well looked after.
I will be glad when it’s over, and hopefully get relief from this awful pain.
Best Wishes
Mike1122 Lal1957
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I live in the US and had a total hip replacement (left hip) on AUG 15, 2018. I selected my own doctor (same surgeon that did my right hip three years ago) and had my fist consultative appointment in May 2018 due to a change in my left hip status (left hip was bad but bearable until recently).
I wish you the best of luck with your procedure.
Mike
PS-I am on 18 post operation and am doing great!
diannesk Mike1122
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I had my surgery Jan. 8 in Florida. Only delay I had for scheduling was due to Christmas/New Years holidays. (I had my first appointment in November.)
I, too, picked my surgeon and met with him a few times before surgery, never having difficulty getting appointment. Even after surgery, when I had issues with part of surgical wound not healing too quickly, I saw him once a week.
Lal1957 diannesk
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i have got to say I am so desperate to be out of pain i’d let anyone operate. I am sure it will all go well and I will receive excellent care.
Thanks for all your good wishes.
Linda
ptolemy diannesk
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Lal1957 ptolemy
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Yes that is exactly correct. Normally our NHS is quite efficient but there are several departments that are totally over whelmed and orthopaedics are one of these departments.
Going privately cost upwards of £10,000 for one thr.
diannesk ptolemy
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diannesk Lal1957
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ptolemy diannesk
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diannesk ptolemy
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It can be really difficult for some people to have to wait a long time. Of course, with insurance there is some premium involved that someone must pay. Not too many people can pay out of pocket. I looked at what the cost were for my surgery and additional costs. Very happy that I didn't have to pay that.
jen86183 Lal1957
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Lal1957 jen86183
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best wishes
Linda
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