Be away for a bit, Surgery Thursday

April 19, 2022, 10:22 AM

I have contracted a strep infection in my knee prosthesis'. Both of my artificial joints will have to be removed and an extensive antibiotic protocol will follow before the joints can be replaced. My right knee will be worked on this Thursday, April 21 and the left will be removed on June 8. Pretty much going to flush my summer down the drain During the time both knees are out, I will be in a wheelchair and possibly in a care facility but prefer to be home if at all possible. Looks like I may be in the hospital for a few days after this first surgery so doubt there will be any comms during that time.

David

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April 19, 2022, 10:24 AM

Gustofer

Osteo is no fun. With a total joint myself, it's something that I am very careful with. Best of luck to you.

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April 19, 2022, 10:25 AM

sigfreund

Wow, bad news.
All the best with everything.

April 19, 2022, 12:01 PM

ArtieS

Good luck, my friend. Heal quickly and well.

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April 19, 2022, 12:04 PM

Johnny 3eagles

May God bless and guide the surgeons hands. Prayers for your quick recovery.

April 19, 2022, 12:05 PM

bronsht

David,
I wish you a healthy and speedy recovery.

April 19, 2022, 12:21 PM

ensigmatic

Good luck, my man. That does not sound like fun

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April 19, 2022, 12:22 PM

Leemur

Yikes! Best of luck on a swift recovery!

April 19, 2022, 12:42 PM

Pipe Smoker

Best wishes for a good recovery.

April 19, 2022, 12:50 PM

TMats

Oh man, sounds like a helluvan ordeal. Hope the pain is tolerable and the recovery swift.

April 19, 2022, 01:04 PM

David Lee

That does not sound like a fun proceedure. Will you be able to walk better after you heal up? Geez I hope to never have to go through joint replacement problems. Heal up fast and get back to good health.

April 19, 2022, 02:15 PM

SIGnified

Best wishes for your recovery… pulling for you!

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April 19, 2022, 03:21 PM

YooperSigs

Good luck and hope you have a full recovery!

April 19, 2022, 03:29 PM

95flhr

Good luck and I hope you heal quickly.

As someone who is getting scheduled for the first of two knee replacements, this is particularly not good to hear.

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April 19, 2022, 03:30 PM

Warhorse

Good luck, have a speedy recovery.

April 19, 2022, 04:15 PM

flashguy

Wow! What a situation! So sorry for your condition and pray that it all works out well.

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April 19, 2022, 04:16 PM

bald1

David, prayers for a successful procedure and speedy uneventful recovery!

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