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Metallosis patients / heavy metal poisoning specialist
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With a CT the surgeon can tell if there is necrosis or a pseudotumor but msy not be able to see all of the soft tissue damage. Your symptoms sound similar to those I experienced with elevated chromium and cobalt. The only cure is revision.
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My CO is 10.8 CRO 4.6. I'm searching for a board certified fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon with revisions under his/her belt in the Greater Seattle area. So far two consults, one denied one who strongly is aligned ( same group) with original surgeon who is retiring. The MOM hip is failing, no question so I want it OUT. I'm 76, live alone. Original surgeon not interested in the fact I have no family and friends are either same age or older or scattered. He said "that's what planes are for" inferring friends should hop on a plane to come to provide post surgical care! 🙄 Nevertheless, I think it's imperative I have the surgery due to metalosis. This is just my intuition and feedback. I can understand your reticence.