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In reply to the discussion: There is a knee replacement in my not-too-distant future... [View all]CaliforniaPeggy
(157,347 posts)107. My dear OmahaBlueDog!
Well, at least I haven't done that...this just came up this last year. Before last year, I was fine, darn it!
I'm not too worried about post-op infection. My doctor is very careful, and the hospital is first-rate. But as a retired RN, you can bet I'll be watching out for any early signs!
I appreciate your very good thoughts!
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Better a knee now than worse if you were to not have it replaced and take a fall....
WCGreen
Jan 2012
#22
my MIL went thru it oct, maybe sept, but think oct. we spent 4 days in new orleans and she did well
seabeyond
Jan 2012
#75
sending vibes, Peggy. I am sure you will do just fine. Therapy will not be fun but, you have
Tuesday Afternoon
Jan 2012
#101
Everyone I know who has had knee replacement wishes they'd done it years earlier
OmahaBlueDog
Jan 2012
#106
I know you will be glad when it is all over. By Easter you will be wishing you had done it years ago
flying_wahini
Jan 2012
#121