it appears as if he may not need hip surgery but the gout or acid build up is creating the pain in the back and the hip. is this possible? He also has only one kidney. Could this be what{s causing the acid build up? I can certainly use your help on this one. Can´t have enough eyes looking for the answers. Don{t want him to have unnecessary surgery if at all possible. Thanks for all your help. So happy to have the help of so many of you at EmpowHER