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morriewynn
morriewynn

For some reason I can start a discussion but not answer.

So shall do so here

My infection is clearing and I have one more day of penicillin.

My physio came this morning to take me for a walk. However, at the moment, my blood pressure keeps dropping which in turn makes me giddy. So that has been left until next week.

I don't have much of an appetite and have lost quite a lot of weight but I shall buy some protein shakes. Thank you for the recommendation.

I am not seeing my Consultant for another three weeks by which time I am determined to walk into his room, as before, unaided .

I'm looking at it now as just a minor set back and I will get there .

Thank you to everyone.

Renee God Bless xxx

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  • maureen44782
    maureen44782 morriewynn

    Posted

    You need oxygen if your blood pressure keeps dropping.  Mine did after the op and that's what they did to me.  Had to laugh at the memory... kept flopping back onto the bed.. the last time a nurse shouted...she's going AGAIN!!!

    • morriewynn
      morriewynn maureen44782

      Posted

      That's funny Maureen. My blood pressure, when in hospital,fell to 96/48 . I was hooked up to a liquid gel that lowered my body temperature so rapidly, I started to shake uncontrollably (bit like the exorcist). After much panic; ECG and doctors and nurses massaging me, I survived.

      I think I'm just prone to sudden drops in blood pressure and need to drink more water but the infection has not helped..

      Thanks for making me smile x

  • renee01952
    renee01952 morriewynn

    Posted

    Hi Morriewynn, 

    I hope you had a good night sleep - 

    I would be a little bit worried if my blood pressure kept dropping, though - 

    do you have high or low bloodpressure ?  

    Perhaps you could see your GP about it - Follow up appointment with orto surgeon usually is more about the surgery than other things ..mine was anyway - range of mobility, look at x-ray and was send me on my way ...

     

    • morriewynn
      morriewynn renee01952

      Posted

      Hi Renee,

      I think, when sedentary, my blood pressure is low. Also the infection and penicillin doesn't help.

      I have just returned, on my own,from a short walk. I still have a great deal of pain within my groin and became more aware of the leg length discrepancy. As you stated, I Cannot compare this op with my last.

      I had a full set of eye lash extensions applied yesterday. HOws that for vanity! IF I go out. AT least I shall go out looking good.

      Phone starting to play up again.

      God Bless

      Xxx

    • ihavenonickname
      ihavenonickname morriewynn

      Posted

      Hi Morriewynn

      I too have a leg length discrepancy...my right femur lost length because of repeated fractures...it is about 3.5 cm shorter...I only purchase shoes that are mules...like Skechers mules...I carefully lift the inner lining and build up the heel...works out nicely because the Skecher mule has thas wee heel that supports the lift...I then put the inner lining back down and give it a trim with the scissors.

    • renee01952
      renee01952 morriewynn

      Posted

      cheesygrin cool ..... 

      just be careful and take cane with you when you go outside -

      you go girl

      angel blessings

    • morriewynn
      morriewynn ihavenonickname

      Posted

      Thank you so very much for this info.

      My physio advised that once the muscles and tendons tighten the discrepancy should rectify. I don't have a pelvic tilt and my shoulders are level .

      I have a Christmas outfit along with a pair of 2" heel shoes that I am determined to wear👠

      I'm now working really hard with my physio and it seems to be paying off .

      Thank you again .

    • morriewynn
      morriewynn renee01952

      Posted

      I shall Renee. Apparently muscles have a memory so keep reminding mine to strengthen. I was so very low last week, I honestly thought I would never pick myself up again. My daughter was so very worried about me. But once I completed the course of penicillin and the infection diminished, I literally bounced back. I'm still tiring but it's early days.

      I'm so glad you are still on this forum.

      You were such a great support before and now again.

      Special lady🌹🌸🌺🌼🌻🌷

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