damn - that's no good Kathryn!

the "clinical correlation" bit would be getting GP to check that where the pin is relates to where the growth is... at least it's a kinda answer...

FWIW - i'm one of those lucky people that grew extra calcified bits and pieces and completely sympathise with you - i have calcified lymph node in my tum, have over growth of cartilage in my wrist - and managed to grow an extra bone in my ankle - all of which have been ouchie so if that is what your problem is, i completely understand your pain hunny! hope they can come up with a simple-ish solution for you soon!

BG