date for going into hospital

nearlybionic
nearlybionic Member Posts: 1,901
edited 15. Oct 2012, 08:16 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi
I got a call from the hospital yesterday. I am to be admitted to hospital on 24/10/12 for the arthrogram, manipulation of my right hip under GA and an injection into my hip joint. I go for the pre op next Friday.
This is quicker than I anticipate as the nurse at the clinic said 2-3 months. But I am pleased as my pain is worse, and my hip keeps locking painfully. In fact I had a bad experience the other night after going to a 6th form open evening with my daughter, and I couldn`t bend to get into the car. Very painful, and very embarassing standing in pain, crying whilst Mr NB trying to help me `bend` enough to get into the car. Especially as there were lots of spectators!!
I was at work when I got the call about my admission to hospital and my boss told me to sort my work diary for the next month etc.. just in case.
Feeling a bit nervous today.
NB

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  • kellerman
    kellerman Member Posts: 741
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi NB
    My head isn't here at the moment but please remind us nearer the time if you want pocket duties. I'll be with you in thought as I have an appointment the same day. I'm sure it will go ok for you. May
  • mig
    mig Member Posts: 7,154
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Good its sooner rather than later,will be ready when needed.Mig
  • villier
    villier Member Posts: 4,426
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    NB that is good news especially when you are in so much pain, understandable you are feeling nervous, you know you will get all the support you need. I will be there if pocket duties are required..............Marie xx
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  • bubbadog
    bubbadog Member Posts: 5,544
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Glad you got a date for your admission to hospital and that it's sooner rather than later.
  • barbara12
    barbara12 Member Posts: 21,281
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi NB
    I had an arthrogram last year..and the injections while I was asleep,the injections only worked a little, but it gave them a clue has to what was going on..only because they cant make there minds up between back and hip pain,I do hope it all goes well , and they can help you.
    After you just have to take things easy for a few days, I will be in you pocket and have my fingers crossed for you xx
    Love
    Barbara
  • kentishlady
    kentishlady Member Posts: 809
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hello NB. Hope all goes well for you and will be on pocket duties if required. Take care. Beryl
  • pinkbritishstars
    pinkbritishstars Member Posts: 731
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    will be thinking of you on the 24th NearlyBionic.

    xxx
  • tjt6768
    tjt6768 Member Posts: 12,170
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    hi NB, I'm sure that you'll be fine. You'll have plenty of pocket dwellers tagging along, including myself and Ra aka, The Great White Dope :wink:

    Xx
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  • hileena111
    hileena111 Member Posts: 7,099
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi NB
    The sooner the better. Like I said to Elaine you're bound to be jittery before it.....but think of the relief afterwards.
    I'll be there...in your pocket.
    Love
    Hileena
  • nearlybionic
    nearlybionic Member Posts: 1,901
    edited 30. Nov -0001, 00:00
    Hi
    and thanks to everyone who has sent such supportive replies xxx
    Barbara, how long did it take to get back driving etc? A few days? I have planned things for half term and am hoping not to let my children down, so need to get back behind the wheel quickly.

    I went to physio this morning, but she didn`t want to do anything until after my injection etc... but has referred me back to hydrotherapy, which I am pleased about. I find hydro really helps me to do the exercises without too much stress on my joints.

    I am suffering this afternoon though, as after going to physio, I nipped into town to get MR NB`s birthday card. I wasn`t out for long, but my hips are really complaining now. So I am having a lazy afternoon before the school run.
    Take care all xx
    NB

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