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Has anyone had sharp thigh pain after hip replacement
Joint Replacements | Last Active: Jan 10 10:48am | Replies (540)Comment receiving replies
@beryl is right,, I have not questioned any one on the type of hip replacement they have had,, but maybe we can come up with a common thread here,, mine was a metal implant Cemented,, Bone scan said there was "loosening",, which Lioness feels there cannot be any loosening>> I have had 2 xrays, Bone scan, and an MRI and blood work to check for infection after the surgery.. The surgeon has said all was fine,, but he refused to look at the bone scan,, because he did not order it.. (wow).. When he discussed the MRI with,, he said nothing was found. I asked for a copy and put it in my purse and just read it recently,, there is 3 different tendon tears. Well could this be the pain I am having?? being as he didnt discuss this with me,, I dont know,, but I dont think I trust him any more.. Can anyone tell me what kind of info I need about the implant itself,, so I have it on hand incase of a recall .. I am guessing Manufacturer of course,, but are there numbers,, types?? and so forth?? thanks
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@frister Did you not get a card explaining the various parts and serial numbers of the implant? I got mine on the day of discharge. I think mine might be uncemented but would have to check the card...put it somewhere safe and can't find it. I think you should be able to get the info from the surgeon. I have had cellulitis twice, which apparently makes you more susceptible to further episodes. I was also informed that any skin puncture can be a source of infection. The surgeon I saw yesterday said that loosening could also be something to think about. One thing to consider is that when they are cutting through all those muscles, tendons, etc., they may cut something that may not show on our scans. We know our bodies and the way they react...doctors don't. I feel a lot of people are afraid to stand up to their surgeon because they feel intimidated.