tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post1945647232074756621..comments2023-10-17T12:05:26.540+01:00Comments on Razor-blade of Life: Z's still going on a bitZhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-89052540183695226572010-01-10T22:18:11.678+00:002010-01-10T22:18:11.678+00:00Sounds like your surgery will be from a different ...Sounds like your surgery will be from a different approach than mine, which will affect different muscles. My incision was down the outside of my thigh, from about six inches below my waist to about eight or so inches above my knee. I may be looking at having my other hip done, so, I will be interested in all the gory details! I will especially like to hear how the spinal goes since I am so sensitive to anesthetic.<br /><br />In any case, I see you having a speedy recovery:)luckyzmomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04176703683321469118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-23438051522993664022010-01-09T23:16:22.888+00:002010-01-09T23:16:22.888+00:00I had a crown fitted on a top back tooth a few yea...I had a crown fitted on a top back tooth a few years ago - the dentist afterwards said that I'd been so still and untense that it had taken him a lot less time than he'd expected, so he'd charge less than he'd quoted. I think I'll be okay,Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-70395152372353989032010-01-09T22:06:14.606+00:002010-01-09T22:06:14.606+00:00It is not a particularly nice thing to have to thi...It is not a particularly nice thing to have to think about, but concentrating on how much better you will feel afterwards should help you through it. <br /><br />I know it isn't remotely comparable but I had a local anaesthetic for a carpal tunnel decompression. I couldn't bear to watch so I looked the other way and hummed nice thoughts inside my head, winnie the pooh style. A full anaesthetic will knock you back for a few days so if you don't need one it is probably best to avoid it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-2653228461317341292010-01-09T18:02:18.412+00:002010-01-09T18:02:18.412+00:00I'm steadily working up enthusiasm for the who...I'm steadily working up enthusiasm for the whole thing. While happily frolicking in the snow this afternoon, I even started to look forward to it. I'm having it done, I might as well choose to enjoy it. Having said that, I daresay I'll have a few wobbly moments in the next couple of weeks and want to change my mind!Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-56087168584783566682010-01-09T17:52:40.648+00:002010-01-09T17:52:40.648+00:00I am a total wimp when it comes to blood and guts....I am a total wimp when it comes to blood and guts. I really hope that I never have to plan something like an operation, and the idea to stay awake while they actually are doing it ... wie wird mir?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-37228548162372239842010-01-09T15:23:25.206+00:002010-01-09T15:23:25.206+00:00It had the useful effect of confirming what we'...It had the useful effect of confirming what we'd discussed and elaborating on a few technical details too - thing was, he tactfully didn't do it the previous time because of the resurfacing discussion.<br /><br />Last time, I was surprised how low his charge was - I was there for a shorter time this, but I doubt I'll be charged less. I'm expecting the whole thing to cost an arm and a leg, but then at least I'll get the leg back. It'll be lots less than if I'd paid insurance all these years anyway - and I'd have still needed the NHS for an emergency.Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-48593227989401638072010-01-09T15:12:05.654+00:002010-01-09T15:12:05.654+00:00Consultants often dictate their report while you&#...Consultants often dictate their report while you're present when you see them privately. <br /><br />It means they can charge for the whole time seeing you and doing their paperwork, not just the face-to-face consultation time, and it means they're done with you as soon as you leave the consulting room.<br /><br />Blessed are the cynical because they are rarely disappointed.Blue Witchhttp://blue-witch.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-55713947942046753152010-01-09T14:19:55.498+00:002010-01-09T14:19:55.498+00:00I don't normally use them. Over-the-counter o...I don't normally use them. Over-the-counter ones don't make any noticeable difference any more and I don't feel the need for anything stronger. If it were a long-term thing, I'd talk to my doctor about something for night time, but there's no real need - I sometimes have an afternoon nap.<br /><br />I'm not in dreadful pain and the extent to which it hurts is what I'm used to, so I don't take any notice. It's not like an internal pain (such as Dave's kidney stones) or earache or something that you can't ignore.Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-57781767615905904132010-01-09T14:03:46.358+00:002010-01-09T14:03:46.358+00:00I'm wondering what pain-killers you use at the...I'm wondering what pain-killers you use at the moment? If any, that is: some people can overcome pain through strength of will or total concentration on something else. You sometimes complain of being unable to sleep the night through, which is doubly weakening. Being the organised person you are I'm sure you've got something sorted out, but I wonder what the young consultant had to say about it?Christopherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14227767014123557100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-10484277951449017812010-01-09T12:10:27.494+00:002010-01-09T12:10:27.494+00:00I don't think that would be very polite to the...I don't think that would be very polite to the medical team. It would be like meeting you for tea and then spending the whole time chatting on my mobile to other people.<br /><br />One of the reasons for getting an iPhone is to blog in hospital though.Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-29645613970699681532010-01-09T11:58:05.062+00:002010-01-09T11:58:05.062+00:00I didn't ask for pictures, I asked if you woul...I didn't ask for pictures, I asked if you would be taking any. I was then planning to avoid reading your blog that day.<br /><br />If you took the laptop in, you could write your blog during the op.Davehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08403853324345062446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-25245905875238435512010-01-09T11:12:37.886+00:002010-01-09T11:12:37.886+00:00Only yesterday you were asking for pictures, Dave....Only yesterday you were asking for pictures, Dave. Make up your mind.<br /><br />Thank you, Pamela - I'll be interested to read your website. I looked after my mother after her operations, and I remember how quickly she recovered, so I hope I will. <br /><br />Since it will take place behind me, I won't be able to see it unless there's a camera, AQ. Your blog is horribly riveting, I do hope you've got rid of the rats now. Once I thought we had rats in the attic but it turned out to be mice wearing big boots.<br /><br />One expects them to be older than oneself and avuncular. However, this chap is young enough to be my son. <br /><br />I actually just googled dictaphone in case I'd used an embarrassingly wrong word. Really, Rog.Zhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00822383355869390919noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-20624718379073012782010-01-09T10:32:04.570+00:002010-01-09T10:32:04.570+00:00Consultants being described as "young" i...Consultants being described as "young" is slightly worrying.<br /><br />Weren't you embarrassed when he used his dictaphone? It's a neat trick if you can do it though.Roghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09780409453528524865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-58750213308723941012010-01-09T09:43:08.905+00:002010-01-09T09:43:08.905+00:00Go for it, girl! Glad to see you feel you can tru...Go for it, girl! Glad to see you feel you can trust him, that'll make it easier for you as you'll be more relaxed about it and I'm sure that will also make recovery quicker.<br />If it's anything like a C-section they put a screen across your body so you can't see what's going on.allotmentqueenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09436822823840965550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-55323985860208665282010-01-09T08:21:38.131+00:002010-01-09T08:21:38.131+00:00When I tried to put off having my op the surgeon s...When I tried to put off having my op the surgeon said it wasn't even worth waiting a year given the pain I was in and the amount of disability. In fact waiting too long can make things worth both physically and psychologically.<br />I'm now 9 weeks post-op, back at work, playing on my wii and on no pain relief though I do get the odd ache.<br />Only thing I can't do yet is carry anything heavy<br />Best of luckPamelahttp://www.hip-replacement-and-recovery.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21602861.post-47074017240888916472010-01-09T07:42:22.503+00:002010-01-09T07:42:22.503+00:00Fell free, when the day comes, not to describe in ...Fell free, when the day comes, not to describe in too much detail 'the bloody and creepy part'.Davehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08403853324345062446noreply@blogger.com