Susan- Thank you for the info about P. Acnes. I was not aware that the bacteria would interfere with osteoblastic activity. Since some of my hardware remains, I would assume so does the P. Acnes and thats very concerning to me. I am also on cephalexin but was told I would be on it approx. 2 years. Was your surgeon concerned about adding new hardware because of the infection? I worry that if I do need any hardware replaced in the future the existing P. Acnes will prevent me from having it done.
BTW, you have been through MORE than your share of complications! You always have a positive attitude which is admirable. I know as health care workers we may be more prepared for postop issues, as far as realistic expectations but I think neither of us had anticipated what we have been through. I certainly hope this surgery was your last!! I wish you a speedy, complication free recovery! Lori
BTW, you have been through MORE than your share of complications! You always have a positive attitude which is admirable. I know as health care workers we may be more prepared for postop issues, as far as realistic expectations but I think neither of us had anticipated what we have been through. I certainly hope this surgery was your last!! I wish you a speedy, complication free recovery! Lori
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