I am 27 and was told at age 18 that my curves would not progress. They were 18/18. When I got checked again at age 22 they were 26/25 and now at 27 they are 32/30. Now, I want to do everything I can to NOT have surgery. I am trying alternative therapies first. HOwever, I know that my scoliosis , if not corrected now, will continue to worsen as I age. I spoke with my orthopedist about this. Ever the CARING doctor (snort) he brushed me off. He told me "you look fine" and I said "It is not just about my appearence, I am in pain and I am worried about the future." He said I should never have surgery because I faced a substantial risk of "DYING on the table." He phrased that like it would absolutely happen to me. Now I am of otherwise good health. No heart or lung problems, not overweight, dno diabetes or anything like that. I don't know why he felt the need to scare the heck out of me by saying I would possibly DIE from the surgery.
Now, I had surgery before (abdominal surgery for GI issues) and I KNOW death is a risk of ANY surgery. Of course! But the risk if a person is healthy and abides by doctors orders, receives proper care etc. is very minimal.
AmI wrong to be angry at the way I was treated?
Now, I had surgery before (abdominal surgery for GI issues) and I KNOW death is a risk of ANY surgery. Of course! But the risk if a person is healthy and abides by doctors orders, receives proper care etc. is very minimal.
AmI wrong to be angry at the way I was treated?
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