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Should I Have Knee Replacement Surgery As I Have Low Platelet Count?
i have several questions i am 53 years old have diabetes, hypothyroid, sensory motor polyneuropathy i have a low level plattlet count with an enlarged liver and spleen and pancres and knee joints that are bone on bone when i walk with knee caps that get pulled to the side and pop. my doctors say i need total knee replacements but because of all the other medical problems should i have the surgery. i have cirrhosis of the liver also what do you think do i have a long live to look forward to or should i get things in order for dieing
Fri, 23 Oct 2015
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Welcome to healthcaremagic
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.There is no harm in getting surgery if your anaesthetist consider you feet for surgery. Life is unpredictable no one can tell about it accurately. Life is prolonged by drugs and diet restrictions even if some is diseased. Keep hope and live your life. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you.
Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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