Question 1

It's been 8 months since I broke my femur, and while the bone hasn't completely healed, a rod was inserted. I'm really worried about whether I'll be able to walk without a limp. I'm scared even though there's no pain right now. I've been using a stick to walk, and the doctor mentioned it might take 2 more months. Do you think I'll be able to walk without limping?

Accepted Answer

It is understandable to be concerned about walking without a limp after a femur fracture. The rod inserted in your femur is helping to stabilize the bone and promote healing. It is positive that you are not experiencing pain. With the additional 2 months of healing time recommended by your doctor, there is a good chance that you will be able to walk without a limp once the bone has fully healed. It is important to follow your doctor's advice and rehabilitation plan for the best outcome. In the meantime, you can consider taking calcium and vitamin D supplements to support bone healing.

Question 2

I've had a completely dissolved left hip joint for the past 13 years, which has made my left leg about one and a half inches shorter than my right. I just had a baby via C-section and am currently breastfeeding. When would be a safe time for me to get hip replacement surgery? Walking has become really difficult for me lately.

Accepted Answer

If you have recently delivered a baby through C section, you should wait for atleast three months to allow the body to recover. Even after three months, your blood tests and other investigations should be done and surgery should be performed only if you are medically fit for the same. Hip replacement is not an emergency and is an elective procedure. When performed by a Joint replacement surgeon/ Fellowship trained Orthopaedic surgeon, you will get excellent long term results.

Question 3

my dad has been in blk hospital for two weeks and they still couldn't figure out what's wrong now they're saying he needs surgery for osteomyelitis - is this the only option or should we get a second opinion

Accepted Answer

repeat MRI is advised, rw with ortho surgeon

Apollo is best for it.

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my dad has been in blk hospital for two weeks and they still couldn't figure out what's wrong now they're saying he needs surgery for osteomyelitis - is this the only option or should we get a second opinion

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