I don't know you but came across your blog. My daughter has hip dysplasia as well. She wasn't diagnosed until 18 months old with a completely dislocated hip on the left. By then, it was much too late for any other treatment besides surgery. She had the surgery at 18 months and 3 weeks old followed by the spica cast for 3 months followed by 7 months in a hip abduction brace. I am all too familiar with the emotions, unnecessary guilt, and difficulties. If you need any help or support, you are welcome to e-mail me: rachellekiesel@gmail.com
My daughter is 4 now. She just went in for another x-ray and check up. Her hip is still not perfect but she is making progress. We still don't know if she'll require a second and more invasive surgery. When you talk about wanting someone to blame, I understand. My daughter had two of the risk factors as well: girl and first born. I was so angry that her incompetent pediatrician didn't pick up on it. It wasn't until we switched pediatricians at her 18 months check up that it was diagnosed. I will keep your little girl in my prayers. It looks like she has adapted well to her cast and hopefully all will be well after it comes off. She has a huge advantage because she was diagnosed at 2 months old, which is the way it should be! Take Care!
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I don't know you but came across your blog. My daughter has hip dysplasia as well. She wasn't diagnosed until 18 months old with a completely dislocated hip on the left. By then, it was much too late for any other treatment besides surgery. She had the surgery at 18 months and 3 weeks old followed by the spica cast for 3 months followed by 7 months in a hip abduction brace. I am all too familiar with the emotions, unnecessary guilt, and difficulties. If you need any help or support, you are welcome to e-mail me: rachellekiesel@gmail.com
My daughter is 4 now. She just went in for another x-ray and check up. Her hip is still not perfect but she is making progress. We still don't know if she'll require a second and more invasive surgery. When you talk about wanting someone to blame, I understand. My daughter had two of the risk factors as well: girl and first born. I was so angry that her incompetent pediatrician didn't pick up on it. It wasn't until we switched pediatricians at her 18 months check up that it was diagnosed. I will keep your little girl in my prayers. It looks like she has adapted well to her cast and hopefully all will be well after it comes off. She has a huge advantage because she was diagnosed at 2 months old, which is the way it should be! Take Care!
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