The plot thickens........

Had an appointment today.  The Doctor is concerned about how much of the growth plate and femur head is involved.  It happens but is not common.  Also, the head of the femur has "spread out", the Doctor likens it to melting ice cream.  Essentially it has become slightly deformed and is standing out a little beyond the hip bone.  He said this is likely the cause of the increase in pain over the last month and a half.  We will be going in tomorrow morning for an arthrogram (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthrogram) to determine if Braiden needs surgery.  If surgery is needed he will be in the hospital for a few days, then need to use his wheelchair for 4 weeks with absolutely no weight bearing, then transition to a walker.  Thats all I know for now, I'll post again tomorrow with the results.