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6 yrs post partum, very active have been diag w/ advanced osteitis pubis/osteoarthritis, advised surgery to remove bone and fuse pelvis. other option?
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No!: Osteitis pubis is inflammatory! you almost have the diagnosis of spondylitis, which is almost certain. Pain is from inflammation. See someone in rheumatology at toronto general or st. Michaels!
Answered 1/26/2014
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