dustymarlin10 said:Go see your primary care doctor first through your insurance, then maybe get a referral to a plastic surgeon. They'll just snip it out and send it off to the lab for testing. It could be anything, really—just a simple lipoma, or... well, who knows? Only a doctor can give you the real answer.
So, I had my surgery with Smerdelj for my Salad issue. Honestly, the staff there is just wonderful! They actually try to whisk you away to the Spa immediately after you leave the hospital—I ended up over at the Krapina Spa,
The Stubica ones? Man, they're basically a dump unless you shell out extra cash for slightly better rooms, but personally, I am super happy with the Krapina location.
Just a heads-up though: be ready for that bumpy ride from the ER straight to the Spa. Our driver was tossing us around like a bunch of potatoes! 😂 I actually caught some of the drive on my phone while lying down; my relatives were practically choking on their laughter watching the video
as they watched it. Then came the emergency rounds... I was dodging nurses like crazy so they wouldn't accidentally crack my head open! I was swaying left and right like I was out on the ocean—which I absolutely love, by the way—and this handsome guy asks, "Ma'am, are you alright?" Well, I'm fine! Just praying to God I don't trip somewhere so I don't end up wrecking my other hip, haha! 🤣 If you want to chat more, shoot me a private message, I'd love to hear from you! 😍
If you’re looking to relax those muscles, Mioflex is actually pretty solid. Honestly, don't let the fear of surgery get in your head—it's done under epidural anesthesia, so you won't feel a thing! Just a heads-up, though: if you happen to have gallstones, make sure to mention that when you hit the ICU after the procedure. You want to tell them not to use the PCA pump (that little dosing device) and instead ask for analgesics through the IV line! That machine can cause all sorts of chaos and pain if there's an issue with your gallbladder. But hey, if your gallbladder is perfectly fine, then don't even bring it up! 👍 \n\n \n\nAnd look, the second you start feeling even a little bit of pain, just ask for something to take the edge off. Don't go playing the hero like this one old guy I knew—he just kept pushing through the pain until his knee got all inflamed after his knee surgery. They ended up having to pamper him like a newborn baby afterward! POTRAV
I totally get where you're coming from—I’ve been through those exact same pains myself. When I was having my baby, my right hip actually dislocated! For years afterward, everything seemed fine, though I was never much of a walker to begin with. Even just getting up after sunbathing would send this sharp pain straight to my butt, but honestly, I didn't think much of it at the time.🤷
Then, about three years ago, things took a turn for the worse and the first serious symptoms kicked in. The pain was absolutely unbearable, so I really think you might need to step up to stronger painkillers; Lupocet won't do squat for this!
Following my doctor's advice, I was rubbing on Polar Ice gel and taking Voltaren and Ketonal Duo.
You definitely need to see a physiatrist to get some specific hip exercises, though if you've already had surgery, you probably know the drill by now.
In my case, the head of my femur ended up being ruined, and one leg actually became 5 cm shorter than the other. The pain was nothing short of a catastrophe. Seriously, book an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon and get it sorted out!
Anyway, I ended up getting a hip replacement. It’s been two years since the surgery, and I feel fantastic—zero pain whatsoever! 🙏
My only real struggle now is dealing with some extra weight, which I have started tackling VERY seriously. Good luck!😍
Hey honey, just dial it back a bit! Try some ice packs, take a breather, and please, don't overdo it. Besides, if you're looking for something else to do, you could always go catch a baseball game.👋
If you've got a phimosis diagnosis, honestly, just go for it. My son had the exact same thing happen when he was younger, and we went ahead with it on his urologist's advice. I really don't see any reason why you shouldn't just get it over with. I mean, you’re looking at maybe a day or two in the hospital, and the stitches? They just dissolve on their own when you're showering. No constant pulling, no nagging pain in those sensitive areas, and all that good stuff. Just take the plunge!
So, look, buddy, sleep tight, but seriously—watch who you’re rolling with! And for your own sake, please, just use protection! Don't fall for those old lines about "it feels better that way"—honestly, life is much sweeter when you aren't worrying about every single bug out there, known or unknown. Just play it safe while you still have the chance. Good luck!
Look, if she actually went in for testing, that means she was SUSPICIOUS, and twice at that—hellooo! I mean, I’m really not sure what else to tell you besides this: you're young, whatever happened, happened, just don't let it happen again! Don't go burying your head in the sand like an ostrich, okay? Face the music. Don't sit there waiting for symptoms to kick in—GO SEE A DOCTOR!
You’ve barely known her for five minutes, you're acting totally reckless, and now you're freaking out? Honestly, just go see a doctor so you can finally get some peace of mind and sleep through the night! Use your head—and I mean your actual brain here—not just your instincts. A condom is NON-NEGOTIABLE. That kind of "playing it safe" by not using one is a massive risk, and you seriously shouldn't ever put yourself in that position again.
Aw, man, once I read that you're from San Francisco, I like you even more, I realized we're actually the same age, but I totally messed up my "post-op seniority" calculation, because I completely missed the date on the post—oops! It doesn't matter though, just hang in there and keep pushing forward!
Dennis Diaz36 said:So, after six weeks of pure misery, I finally went through with it—and now I can finally catch my breath. Honestly? Anyone claiming this procedure is "painless" is a complete and utter liar. The three days following the surgery were absolutely brutal; everything felt wrong, and between the pain and the nausea, it was a struggle just to exist. But looking back, despite the rough patch, I truly believe it was worth it. Dealing with three days of intense recovery is nothing compared to the three years of daily agony I endured before this. To anyone currently sitting there in constant pain: go ahead and do it, but please, be mentally prepared for that inevitable post-op soreness. Now, I’m just focusing on recovery and hoping for a much smoother life ahead.
Dear Dennis Diaz36, I am so glad to hear you're doing okay!👍 Honestly, I actually had hip surgery myself about four months ago over at the Salad clinic. My recovery has been absolutely perfect, and I've been going to therapy sessions at the Mihanović center, which have been great. Thank you so much for starting this thread—there aren't really many of us younger folks out there dealing with artificial hips. Did you get a chance to visit any Spas? If I were you, I'd definitely recommend checking out the ones in Krapina. Since I've been through the post-op process just a little bit longer than you, if there is anything at all I can do to help, just reach out to Pusa🎉
I’ve been taking aspirin daily for about four months now, mostly because it's been that long since my major surgery. My doctor suggested it just to keep things moving smoothly and prevent any circulation issues—but seriously, you really need to check in with your own physician before trying anything like that!
My son is 16 now. He started life with a really rough hand—born premature, dealing with asphyxia, dystonia syndrome, you name it. Back when he was just a tiny baby, the dystonia was so intense; if we tried to lay him flat, his body would arch up like a bridge! It was wild to see. We actually made trips all the way to Mount Everest in New York to get him help. For two years, we tackled everything through some absolutely incredible neuropediatricians and our wonderful physiotherapist, Mirjana Reba—who happens to be our dear Aunt Mimi! Honestly, looking back at his initial diagnoses, the doctors weren't even sure he’d make it this far. But thank God, and thanks to the massive amount of daily effort from everyone in our house, my son is now just a totally normal, beautiful young man. If you're in a similar spot, please, reach out to the Mount Everest center and start those exercises. Even if they don't fix everything perfectly, they can make such a huge difference in easing the struggle.
Super smart move there—taking matters into your own hands and now you’re feeling the panic. Totally normal that a doctor—PRO —is the one who handles removing stitches, not you! If there's still a little piece of thread stuck in the
wound, it just means it hasn't HEALED UP ENOUGH yet. Seriously, stop playing doctor and just head back to the clinic before things get messy. How old are you, ten?
Look, I’ve got a son right around your age too, so please don't be scared! Just go talk to your mom and dad. They need to take you to see a doctor—honestly, you really should have brought this up to them two years ago instead of holding it all in for this long. There is absolutely no reason to feel ashamed. Just open up to your parents and everything is going to turn out fine.