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When Can The Second Hip Replacement Be Done?

I had a total hip replacement in February 2014 as I did well..I m seventy one .but it was worth it..years just went by but to only to live in chronic pain..anyway...when should I have the other hip done..so I can live the rest of my lie with joy please help thank you
posted on Mon, 23 Jun 2014
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I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Whenever you feel pain in hip joint you can get your hip join revise. It will take nearly 15 years to hip joint to revise.You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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When Can The Second Hip Replacement Be Done?

Hi Welcome to healthcaremagic I have gone through your query and understand your concern. Whenever you feel pain in hip joint you can get your hip join revise. It will take nearly 15 years to hip joint to revise.You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don t hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.