I've made a serious decision
@BelleStarr (61642)
United States
July 23, 2026 5:28pm CST
I have lived with no cartilage in both of my knees for more than 25 years. Originally I was too young for replacing since I would have had to do it again before I died.
This cruise made it all too plain that I have finally reach the point where replacement is a necessity. I have an appointment with my orthopedic doctor in August and I think I will Be scheduling the first one.
I'm not afraid of surgery I'm afraid of anesthesia, I never react well. But I have a lot more travel
In me so the old knees have got to go.
My last cortisone shots didn't help at all!! So I will see how soon I can get the first one done.
It's good to be home but I have to admit I loved being served on the cruise. Now I have to clean my own shower and make my own bed. Bummer lol.
The dogs were very glad to see me and so was my grandson Chris who was feeding them and had to sleep in my bed to keep them company!!
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@celticeagle (191692)
• Boise, Idaho
20h
Better to do it now. I have been reading about operations and how serious they become as a person ages. I hope the anesthesia goes well.
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@Juliaacv (57072)
• Canada
21h
I am sure that your return was indeed welcomed!
I can understand holding out as long as you could regarding your knees, I would do the same.
Surgery is a major stress on our bodies and it has to be very carefully timed.
I hope that you get good news next month.
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@Deepizzaguy (123538)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
21h
I wish you the best having surgery on your knee next month.
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@Ineeddentures (39068)
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20h
Good luck with the knees.
I might be going the same way too.
Glad the dogs were glad to see you,
But not so glad you have to clean the shower with bad knees
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@LeaPea2417 (40178)
• Toccoa, Georgia
Just now
I hope it all goes well. My Mom had both her knees replaced and it really helped her.
@DaddyEvil (176113)
• United States
18h
I hope everything turns out well for you.
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@Marilynda1225 (91696)
• United States
Just now
I'm in the same boat as you. I'm more afraid of the anesthesia than the surgery even though the surgery itself is a bit scary. But, I haven't made a decision yet so I'm glad you did and hope that it all works out for you. Living with bad knees is no joke.
@MarieCoyle (60638)
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1h
Good for you in making your decision so you are able to get around to do the things you want to do. I know it won't be easy, but it sure will be worth it. Glad you had such a nice time on your cruise.
@GardenGerty (170209)
• United States
5h
That is too funny that he had to sleep over for the dogs. Good luck on the surgery.
@snowy22315 (211117)
• United States
9h
Good luck with the knee replacements. I thank God that I have no knee troubles.
@Nakitakona (60291)
• Philippines
8h
Sorry to hear that. Is it anesthesia or the needle? Don't feel bad. I'm pointed out for when I was a kid, I am afraid of injection.
