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THR Hospital Stay Duration

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adamjackman
adamjackman

How long did everyone stay in hospital after their op?

I was only in for four days and three nights after my hip replacement. I only managed to stay at home one day before being readmitted due to a hospital acquired infection.

I then spent a further six days in hospital on an IV drip. The consultant never really identified the real cause of the infection. It was either very severe gastroenteritis or based on some of the blood antibodies that were found Hepatitis A. It was not a very pleasant experience.

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  • noplaybarbie
    noplaybarbie adamjackman

    Posted

    Sure doesn't sound like a very pleasant experience Adamjackma! Wow.....a lot to go through. First time around for me I was in three nights....second time (just a couple weeks ago)...in hospital for 5 days and in rehab for 5 days and they even wanted to keep me longer as I still had pneumonia from asperating during surgery. Wasn't a pleasant experience for me this time round either. Hope you are feeling better now....Wishing you well....Barb

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman noplaybarbie

      Posted

      Thanks Barb

      I am feeling much more like myself now. I hope the pneumonia didn't last long for you. I did have breathing problems during my general anaesthetic, but all I was left with was a slightly more throat, so I feel I can forget about that bit. Although from the comments of the anaesthetist I don't think he will.

  • ann66359
    ann66359 adamjackman

    Posted

    You poor thing how unlucky were you, I had my thr on Aug 17 went home on Aug 20 and I live alone so was bit scary,. Good luck with your recovery. I live in Yorkshire.  
    • adamjackman
      adamjackman ann66359

      Posted

      Thank you Ann. I hope everything is going smoothly for you and that you are getting any support you need.
  • bet88098
    bet88098 adamjackman

    Posted

    That was really bad luck. I had my op on Thursday evening and out Sunday morning. Now 3weeks post op. Am 80years old and count myself really lucky. No pain, no swelling, clips out and can barely see scar. Really hope you recover quickly, expect your a lot younger than me so am sure you feel much better soon. Good luck.
    • adamjackman
      adamjackman bet88098

      Posted

      Thanks Bet

      I am only 38,so yes generally I feel fine. I have the same poor sleep as everyone else,but that seems a small price considering I now have a working and pretty much pain free hip.

  • kim89222
    kim89222 adamjackman

    Posted

    I had my surgery Wednesday afternoon and I came home the next

    day, I'm a bolshy bird and wanted to be home. I must admit getting

    in the car was challenging and I almost admitted defeat.

    I hope you're feeling better now

    Kim

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman kim89222

      Posted

      Thanks Kim

      I have found it really depends on the car. I have both a Toyota Precision and a Hyundai IX20.the Toyota is much higher up, but easier to get in and a lot comfier as a passenger.

      I have also been given a lift in a friends BMW, which being so much lower was hard work to get into.

    • Mollyjr
      Mollyjr adamjackman

      Posted

      A pillow or pad to sit on in a car makes a big difference. I have a Toyota Corolla and made a 40 mile trip 9 days po with no problem. 
  • john26737
    john26737 adamjackman

    Posted

    I was in hospital three nights post op. I think they aim for 2 nights where I was. Not sure why I was kept in for an extra day.
  • renee01952
    renee01952 adamjackman

    Posted

    hi adamjackman, 

    so many different responses , apparently depending where one lives -

    I live in Holland and hospiatl stay was 4 nights at my request since I live alone -

    same routine as everyone else -

    how are you doing ontherwise?

    big warm hug

    renee

     

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman renee01952

      Posted

      Thanks Renee I am doing well know and getting around well. Most days I am capable of walking a good distance with only one crutch and I have very little pain.

      Having resorted to sleeping tablets to get a good night's sleep, it had made a world if difference. I am now feel much more capable again and it seems to be helping with the recovery if my hip.

      Next milestone is Monday, when I have the last of the stitches removed.

  • David06570
    David06570 adamjackman

    Posted

    Adam, 

    That doesnt sound like a nice experience at all (not that THR is).  I was terrified of getting an infection. 

    I was in surgery at 13:00 on the wedensday and out after 3 nights. However during the whole time the nurses kept telling me I'd be in for at least 5 nights. So it was a welcome relief when my consultant came in on the Saturday and asked why I wasnt ready to go home!  

    David.

    • adamjackman
      adamjackman David06570

      Posted

      Thanks David

      I think I am over the infection now and making good progress on getting my mobility back to a decent level.

      Hopefully your recovery is going well for you.

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