Here's the updated scoop........... I was scheduled to have surgery on the right knee again, # 3, on this Thursday. OWCP Dept of Labor did not approve pending more information. That request led to me having a bone scan that came out with bad results. The surgery is now slated for the 23rd, next Thursday. It may be a simple fix, but the doc, radiologist & I are expecting for the not good version. That means everything that was done last summer has to come out and be replaced. The scan also showed infection in the prosthetic which can/may effect the heart and kidneys.
The dr. says I only have a 6 month window at getting this fixed before I either become handicapped or end up having to possibility loose the leg. This is only a brief description of what I may be facing. I ask for prayers....... Not only for me but to guide the doctor so I can FINALLY get this damned knee fixed!!!!! If any one can plan on coming down Carlsbad way or that is local during the recovery period, IF it is going to be long, and help with my Mom I would greatly appreciated that. She is not able to drive and we do have doctor appointments lined up for her, not to mention the daily needs that will need looking after. Gosia, Jenny & Emily are already on line to help but I may be in need of more help. That is yet to be seen. I can not stress how serious this is.......... There is a possibility the knee could kill me. I am not being an alarmist here, only realistic based on Dr report. And just think.... all this because of a bad supervisor out at the park who did not want to take action at the time or do her job! YES I am now getting VERY ANGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Karen
