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Twenty one years ago today

It’s been 21 years since I had my left hip replaced at 19 years old.

It’s still doing well so far. My Surgeon figured it would only last 10-15 years so it feels like I am living on borrowed time here 😂.

I still deal with all the nerve damage in my leg from the surgery but I am so thankful I had it done.

Still not looking forward to the revision though.

Edit to add why I had it done:

I was born with congenital hip dysplasia which means the hip joint is malformed and doesn’t sit correctly. I was in a fibreglass body cast to try and correct it but mine was very bad.

My leg was also 2 inches shorter so when the surgeon took out by hip he basically yanked on my leg to stretch it out and lengthen it. I have permanent nerve damage that’s very painful because of it.

The surgeon had to lengthen my leg and there was a chance the nerve damage could be permanent and of course for me it was. It’s not his fault though. Now I don’t have to wear a raise in my shoes which I hated so much.
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thepeculiarpanda · 36-40, M
My left leg has been acting wonky these past couple days. Think it might be time for a check-up. 😑
iamonfire696 · 41-45, F
@thepeculiarpanda Every time my hip hurts I get my ass up to my doctor and get an X-ray because I have no idea what it’s supposed to feel like when it starts to wear out but so far it’s been okay.

I hope yours is too 💖
thepeculiarpanda · 36-40, M
@iamonfire696 It's always just the worry of, "Is it muscular? Is it coming loose? Is it infected? Is my brain stuff flaring up again somehow?"

Repeat until physically ill. XD