X-rays 16 weeks

Another Friday the 13th and another set of x-rays.

These were taken yesterday.  Today marks the 16th week since the break.  And 13.5 weeks since diagnosis.

 These films were taken without the brace on so the view is more clear. obviously not much change on AP view.  This is consistent with the lack of stability upon physical examination.  :-(

This lateral view actually provides a glimmer of hope.

The posterior aspect of the femur shows some bone growth. Which is hopefully indicative of increasing stability along the sagittal plane.

Next step: check serum vitamin D levels, CT scan to get a better view of possible healing.

Surgical reduction/fixation is not ruled out yet but I'm hoping it doesn't come to that.  And the trauma surgeon was not optimistic that the benefits would outweigh the risks.  So that will go on the back burner for now.

He did mention amputation as a last resort possibility.  But obviously that would be end of the line option.

For now I remain hopeful that it is healing slowly but surely.  Thank you for all of your prayers and fasting in my behalf.  I truly appreciate it.