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has anyone else had the surgeon fracture again ?

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christine81137
christine81137

no post-op exray requestedby surgeon. another dr. ordered it cuz could not bear weight on leg & he did't think I should be in that much. SURE ENOUGH ,not in report but in cnversation he admitted he did not expect my bone to be that strong so he really pound to put screw in. second surgey 3 days later. now I have rod down to my knee. I have pain always. I try to limit norco which really helps. any other pain releif suggestions?

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  • Ducksoup
    Ducksoup christine81137

    Posted

    Ethically, only your doctor can manage your pain issues.  Wish I could help.  I too despise the pain meds.  If norco helps, take it as recommended and call your doc.  It could be normal
  • Rocketman_SG6UK
    Rocketman_SG6UK christine81137

    Posted

    Sounds like my surgeon, not putting pen to paper to admit failings.

    I would go back to the hospital and request pain relief assessment and perhaps a second opinion.

    Best wishes

    Graham

  • gerriberri66
    gerriberri66 christine81137

    Posted

    Christine,

    ?I'm so sorry you are going through all of this.  What type of HR surgery did you have and when? If Norco helps, I would take that... check with Dr about other over the counter meds, as some interfere with bone growth. Wishing you quick relief from all you are going through.  xo

  • maree32074
    maree32074 christine81137

    Posted

    Hello Christine8

    I have had both hips replaced and have rods in both legs almost down to my knees. I also have metal plates inserted where bone was either spurred or no bone left at back of hip.  With such major surgery there will be pain and for me it meant taking pain tablets as required and gradually the pain eased over months.  If your pain is acute and pain relief tablets aren't working you need to have it assessed.  I also had physio after both surgeries which helped heaps.  All the best and hopefully you are not long away from pain relief as things heal.

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