Flagyl reaction

[Nora0612]

I've had my hip (prosthesis) removed for 12 weeks due to infection.  I'm on Flagyl and it's nasty stuff.  The horrible taste in my mouth and throat make eating so unpleasant that I'm just not doing it.  Does anyone have any helpful hints to counteract some of the Flagyl side effects?  thanks

[tp402]

Another excellent website full of information on hip resurfacing and hip replacements is http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/

Its the homepage of Derek McMinn the surgeon who invented the procedure. Definitely worth having a look!

http://www.mcminncentre.co.uk/

[Proactive]

You can even click on my profile and see a pic of my new hips..........;^)

[Proactive]

Most people who have had a hip replaced only ask, why did I wait so long.
Here is a site you might find helpful
http://www.hipsforyou.com/

I learned a ton on Pat's sister site about hip resurfacing--which is similar in many repects to a total hip replacment (THR).
I can't tell you much about a THR, but my Dad has one, he's now 76 and you can't slow him down. (my Mom had both knees replaced, she's 72--they both still ride their bikes.)

I just had both of mine replaced 6 weeks ago, using a newer procedure geared towards younger (in arthritis years(g)) patients-I'm 51. I already have greater range of motion than presurgery....JMHO, but I think you should give some serious thought to the THR...read up on it, study it, my not hurt to get a second opinion from a different surgeon either...It's a pretty common operation these days.
Best of luck in your decision..
Pat's other site (but as mentioned, I don't think you would be a candidate for the resurfacing op, unfortunately it's only suited for a small population of those needing replacements)
http://www.surfacehippy.info/index.php

[deebelle3]

Are you glad you had the hip replaced despite the problems? I need a new hip as well so any imput would help!!
thanks;
Dee

[TrudieC]

I've taken Flagyl and didn't have those kind of problems.  I wonder if you stuck with soft foods if it would be better - puddings, oatmeal, smoothies, liquid meal substitutes, etc.  I hope you find a way to continue eating.