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Originally Posted by Seahawk
Had the left hip done a few years ago, right will be done later this year.
All positive: Minimal invasive technique and I was home the same day. Started PT day three.
The only thing I will do differently for the right hip is rent a hospital bed, which insurance will cover....$300 or so for a month with set-up, delivery, etc. You won't need it for more than a week but it will be worth it.
If you take the pain meds, take a laxative as well. I did not at first and was backed up like the 405 at rush hour.
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This! I knew right away things were stopped up. I had an allergic reaction to the Lovenox (blood thinner) they used in the operation. That caused other issues so I was in the hospital longer than normal. I kept asking for laxatives and I guess they gave me something for a little kid. Every day I asked for more. If I ever have surgery again, I will be looking for some colonoscopy level laxatives. I don't even want to have to give birth to a Louisville Slugger again.
