Finally have the diagnosis, no clue where to go from here.
36 female. After years of pain that ended up spreading to outer muscles and causing dysfunction to my entire gait and posture, 2 years of pelvic floor PT that at times hurt me and was focused on my symptoms being psychosomatic plus multiple doctors dismissing me, a small spur was seen on X-ray. So I pushed for more imaging and they found impingement and edema. I had to push for more appointments again and one ortho found hip dysplasia. He referred me to a sports surgeon whom downplayed how much pain I should be feeling because my case is mild.
So from my understanding, if I have mild dysplasia then I shouldn't have as much damage or pain. But this has cost me so much as far as quality of life. I cant stand for long periods, cant hike or play with my dog anymore, dance or do anything without becoming exhausted from the long duration of having pain. He explained he wanted to do PT to strengthen the glutes. I am not saying my glutes are very strong but I am a decently fit person so its hard to believe glute strength will significantly reduce my pain. He told me that POA may be too hard on me as far as recovery, and to wait 10-15 years for a full hip replacement. We are supposed to do an injection soon, and a week after he is doing ultrasound. I am assuming for more info on damage.
I just feel more confused than I was before, and I just really don't want to accept living with pain. I have lost work due to combined mental health and issues with this. I hope there is a solution for me.
*Edit* you are all incredibly helpful. sometimes its a relief just to know I am not alone. I will take all the advice and try to keep updating.