Hi KarenaD,
My story is similar to yours. I also had a lesion on my right femur, almost to fracture, where they inserted a metal rod and nails to hold it. I went through similar steps after the surgery to get better and am fully functional now. I can go for long walks and swimming as well. And get some pain if I sleep on that leg at night. However, in the last couple of weeks, I'm feeling a little pricky in that area, not sure how to describe it well. I don't have any pain or swelling but I feel some prickiness now and then.
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Re: Surgery to stabilize lytic lesion in femur
Hi all,
My husband is having total hip replacement surgery due to a fractured femur/hip. He has active multiple myeloma and is being treated with Darzalex, Revlimid, and Medrol (methylprednisolone).
I'm also looking for information on what to expect from the surgery and afterwards, including advice on how to handle things after discharge.
Thank you,
Laurie
My husband is having total hip replacement surgery due to a fractured femur/hip. He has active multiple myeloma and is being treated with Darzalex, Revlimid, and Medrol (methylprednisolone).
I'm also looking for information on what to expect from the surgery and afterwards, including advice on how to handle things after discharge.
Thank you,
Laurie
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lwem - Name: Laurie
- Who do you know with myeloma?: husband
- When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 68
Re: Surgery to stabilize lytic lesion in femur
Hi Laurie,
I had a total hip replacement 5 years ago. I have a quite a few lytic lesions. This was about 8 months after a stem cell transplant. If possible, and you may have done this, find an orthopedic oncologist, either for another opinion or as the surgeon. From my own view point, I prefer having someone familiar with as many aspects of the surgery as possible. Also, depending on the facility, insurance, etc., you may be able to have a section of removed bone sent to the pathology department to provide some feedback on the multiple myeloma.
Recovery took awhile. At first I shuffled around with a walker for a few weeks, then a cane for a few more. Driving was out for at least a month. I did need a riser on the toilet for awhile. I did need help to do things for a few weeks.
Best Regards,
I had a total hip replacement 5 years ago. I have a quite a few lytic lesions. This was about 8 months after a stem cell transplant. If possible, and you may have done this, find an orthopedic oncologist, either for another opinion or as the surgeon. From my own view point, I prefer having someone familiar with as many aspects of the surgery as possible. Also, depending on the facility, insurance, etc., you may be able to have a section of removed bone sent to the pathology department to provide some feedback on the multiple myeloma.
Recovery took awhile. At first I shuffled around with a walker for a few weeks, then a cane for a few more. Driving was out for at least a month. I did need a riser on the toilet for awhile. I did need help to do things for a few weeks.
Best Regards,
Re: Surgery to stabilize lytic lesion in femur
Anon25,
Thank you so much for your response. It's good to see you doing so well 5 years on with your new hip. I am hoping my husband's recovery is as speedy as yours!
Laurie
Thank you so much for your response. It's good to see you doing so well 5 years on with your new hip. I am hoping my husband's recovery is as speedy as yours!
Laurie
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lwem - Name: Laurie
- Who do you know with myeloma?: husband
- When were you/they diagnosed?: April 2015
- Age at diagnosis: 68
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