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How do you feel about falling?
Aging Well | Last Active: Feb 26, 2024 | Replies (190)Comment receiving replies
Dr probably would not give me referces to people that have had this surgery due to hippa. It sure would help if I knew of 1 person that's been thru this. And I wonder at 71 does it matter if I go around with a walker the rest of my life dragging my leg with me. This is a big surgery. The Dr said talk it over with your family, there is no family that even want to talk about it. My heart feels broken. This has not seemed important to them
Thanks for all of the good advice
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@ammaw52 Yes, because of Hippa, your doctor would have to make the effort to talk to someone who's had the surgery and see if they would be willing to talk to you. And that is a big ask in this era of busy, busy doctors, but maybe worth a try. I'm so sorry that your family hasn't been more supportive. I can see how this might be heart breaking and cause you to feel scared and lonely. If you could get a message to your doctor explaining your situation, perhaps s/he would be more willing to make an effort. It doesn't hurt to ask. But, if you don't ask, you'll never know. 💜