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Metal on metal hip

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debra5215
debra5215

Hi- has anyone with a metal on metal hip replacement had a revision yet or was told they had a high dose of metal in their blood. I was just told  I have a high percent of metal in my blood.  I am not sure what they can do about it other than get a new replacement which I am not looking forward too. I'm pretty athletic and am worried I won't be able to do the things I do now

Any other people out there in a simalier situation?

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  • steve86482
    steve86482 debra5215

    Posted

    How long ago did you have the replacement hip?  Thought the parts used today did not have this problem 
  • debra5215
    debra5215

    Posted

    I had mine done in 2007. I just started having some pain ( not much) but decided to go get a check-up and thats when I found out.  
  • stacy17516
    stacy17516 debra5215

    Posted

    Hi Debra.   I just had a hip replacement  3weeks ago.  I can't imagine doing it again.   I had lots of swelling and problems.  In answer to your question. My mom had metal on metal done on her hip and it lasted almost 15 years.  She never had any problems? But maybe someone else on this group has a answer for you? What does your dr say? 

  • michael11283
    michael11283 debra5215

    Posted

    Debra

    I have a friend who had his metal on metal hip replaced. He was being made quite ill by the metal particles but the revision went well and he is very happy with his new hip,

    Mike

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