My pain has been progressing over time. Yes, I walk with a limp. However, two nights ago there was a sudden increase in pain and I have been barely able to stand or walk. Surgery is scheduled for the beginning of February. What should I do? Go to the emergency room? Any help would be appreciated.
What were you doing when the pain suddenly increased? I've heard that a lot of people's hips go downhill fast as they approach surgery. Maybe you're just completely bone on bone. I would call the doctor and ask...someone will be on call. If nothing else, maybe they can prescribe something to help with the pain. For now, I would ice it and stay off of it until you get a doctor's advice. I hope you feel better!
Renee
Celebrex is the most powerful (AFAIK) non narcotic anti inflammatory that I know if, I had to take in my end stage leading up to my surgery along with narcotics at night to help me sleep.
When you have a lot of bone on bone, bone spurs and all the other bad things going in inside your body the surrounding area even become inflammed and that is VERY painful.
I would suggest ICE ICE and advil (if you are allowed) and rest until you can see if you could get a script for something more strong.
Chuck