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My mother is having a severe knee pain for long time.. I brought her to hospital and they suggested to take MRI scan . Cos Doctor assumption is there might be cartilage Damage inside .. .can anyone help Me with the below report and assist whether knee hole surgery to fix the cartilage is required?

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it depends upon degree of damage to the cartilage. arthroscopy or keyhole surgery has good outcomes for small or isolated cartilage damage. s get an MRI scan and then consult a specialist. U can see ...  Read More

My doctor examined and said my knee cartilage was damaged and gave medicine's for a week..after taking medicines for 2 times mu swelling os increased and I am feeling burning g sensation ..is it normal..? Or should I go for any MRI ? If I bend it pains..if I stand fir more than 3 mins it pains..

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Follow up with your same doctor ...  Read More

I have a problem with my leg and it’s been diagnosed as knee cartilage tear however I’m struggling to walk and wanted to know if it’s still possible to work

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Take some rest initially . Perform quadriceps strengthening exercises. Local ice pack will help. Yes you can work, just that your knee will pain a little bit. ...  Read More

My father has damaged cartilage on left knee is it cureble becouse it's getting difficult to walk for him

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Cartilage damage means he is having arthrits, need to see his x rays to comment on prognosis. ...  Read More

I've damaged my cartilage. Can cartilage be regenerated by any surgery or anything?

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Yes if minor damage ...  Read More

Knees have clicked for years, 2 weeks ago I hit my knee against a barrel at work and then when I bent down something in my knee cap pop, extremely painful, it's happened 3 times in the past week, was limping around then knocked it at work it killed, I went to gp and he told me he thinks I've damaged my cartilage, not to bend it, take ibuprofen 3 ti

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Your symptoms suggest either a meniscal tear or patella dislocation. In either of scenarios ..you may need a MRI as both the problems are soft tissue related. It is always better to get x-rays done, t ...  Read More

In stairs climbing and walking, I have pain in my knee, x-ray suggests some what cartilage tear, have taken cartilage medicine, but after course I have moderate pain in my knee

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Hi U have mild osteoarthritis of knee Pl send me x ray through practo.paid consult for evaluation and treatment please ...  Read More

Hi all, I fell down 1.5 yrs back and have knee pain on more walking, knee inside muscle pull feelings randomly. MRI reports attached.

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There is nothing significant on this mri report other than mild arthritic changes... needs clinical evaluation ...  Read More

I have a miniscus extrusion in my right knee and ... small area of full thickness loss in my cartilage... that is 9.00 x 7.00 mm ..., i am 25 years old... will i able to walk properly till my 40s ? If i go through a surgery right now ... plz give me answer doctor

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Hi there. It's always important to see a patient in person than answer like this on a public forum. It seems your knee is badly hurt. Meniscus extrusion and the cartilage defect should be dealt with o ...  Read More

Knee joint pain due to cartilage rubbing and patella... what should i do... can cartilage be heal without surgery? What should i do... help... i am depressed 19 yrs old guy... help!

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Yes, cartilage can heal without surgery but it depends on the extent of damage. Physical examination and investigations will be required for any further comments ...  Read More

After continuous yoga and followed by trekking day using my slippers Jan 2nd I got two bulges on my knee and below knee no pain almost but some discomfort size remains same from 45 days consulted two doctors online they suggested don't touch again and again it will go away on it own why this take long time to settle down ?

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Get usg of local bulging part ...  Read More

Sir, Iam suffering early stage oa Iam using daily knee cap for daily 6 to 8 hours in work place, While standing and staircase climbing time. Present iam gettting some pain compare last month My dout. Using knee cap daily 8 hours any problem. Thank you sir.

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Not a problem. ...  Read More

Knee pain in the left knee.. and behind the knee ..also above knee cap when I sit or stand..mri is normal.. highly active with 2 kids 2yrs old n 5yrs old ..weight 62kgs 163cms

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Osteoarthritis . No need for surgery . Pls do good Physio Avoid climbing stairs , sitting down cross legged Medication for temporary pain relief . ...  Read More

My husband 38 is suffering from lower back buttocks pain ( when sit ) and pain below knee cap , he is continuously following rheumatologist from last 3 years , his Ra anti CCP ANA ENA HLAB27 TTG is negative MRI of si joint and pelvic was normal (2022) Bone scintography ( 2022) normal Every after 2 month rhuematologist call him to follow up ,ESR CR

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Connect please ...  Read More

Which is the best oil (for massage) that helps with pain and cartilage repair for Grade 4 chondromalacia patella?? And any herbs that will help with the condition to naturally repair the lost cartilage? There is a focal full thickness loss of articular cartilage overlying the medial facet of patella with subchondral marrow edema and subchondral cys

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Taila is of temporary symptoms reliever.Do consultation online. ...  Read More

Hi, I have been suffering from left knee pain during squats or deadlift. MRI shows Chondromalacia patellae grade II. One of the doctor suggested high dose prp and hydraulonic acid treatment but it's too expensive. Is there any alternative to this treatment ?

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Prp is not much costly Go for prp Start regular medicine Physiotherapy ...  Read More

My mother a 79 year old diabetic lady is experiencing stiffness and pain in her knees due to spending more time on bed and lesser movements .She has osteoporosis and osteoarthritis both.What exercises can help her and can knee cap help ease pain and stiffness and allow better movements?

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This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate your mother in detail. -Control Hypertension, Diabetes or metabolic disorder ...  Read More

From last 4 days a sudden bony lump appears below knee cap which feel like hard bone to touch pain majorly on touching otherwise movement normal and Mild pain some time while bending or walking presently doing ice compression twice a day

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X ray looks normal. Kindly consult nearby Orthopaedian. ...  Read More

From last 4 days a sudden bony lump appears below knee cap which feel like hard bone to touch pain majorly on touching otherwise movement normal and Mild pain some time while bending or walking presently doing ice compression twice a day

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Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospita ...  Read More

 I attached pics.. on this particular area( below knee cap) started paining suddenly. Maybe the area is swelled. when I bent my leg or extend my leg, when I press the area i feel the pain, also while walking I feel the pain, facing difficultly while walking. I did some squat exercises with and without weight yesterday. 

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Greetings from Rid of Pain Physiotherapy It looks like it is patellar tendinitis. So avoid knee bending if it is giving pain. Also use an ice pack if swelling is there. Also consult the nearby physiot ...  Read More

Hello Sir/ Madam I am 24 years old and my weight is 93 kg and height is 5.5. I want to lose weight.. Does running effects my knees my weight is 93

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Considering your height you need to attain weight loss of atleast 30 kg.Running is not recomendable.better do brisk walking and upper and lower body exercises.better to avoid treadmill.if possible do ...  Read More

45 days after partial tear of MCL and MPFL, knee MRI was conducted which has an impression "Focal articular cartilage thinning with increased signal intensity along medial facet of patella, however subchondral bone is normal, suggestive of grade 3 chondromalacia." Is it normal with the injury already sustained? And what does it mean? Also earlier M

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Both scenarios are possible. Can discuss why and how they are possible, also can tell you what is the most appropriate next step and what are going to be the eventual outcomes and timeline of recovery ...  Read More

Focal articular cartilage thinning Male, 29 45 days after partial tear of MCL and MPFL, knee MRI was conducted which has an impression "Focal articular cartilage thinning with increased signal intensity along medial facet of patella, however subchondral bone is normal, suggestive of grade 3 chondromalacia." Is it normal with the injury already sust

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This cartilage thinnign is due to trauma , definately cartolage healing is slow process, considering your age, it will take time, and also u need to take few precautions, wic the cartilage erosion fur ...  Read More

I am 62 years &doing regular yoga & 10000 steps walking. Some time have mild pain in knees.Just want to know to continue with knees exercise -walk . Attached my both knees x-ray.

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This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate you in detail. -Control Hypertension, Diabetes or metabolic disorder, if th ...  Read More

What foods can be taken for vitamin deficiency and cartilage deterioration?.I have severe knee pain.Please suggests diet and foods for this issue.

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For anti inflammatory diet plan u can consult directly. Or visit my insta portal nutritionist_remya for consultation details. ...  Read More

I have pain around knee cap specially coming down on stairs and while running and jumping i have uploaded the x ray

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You might be having patello-femoral pain ...  Read More

Is their any possibility to regenerate the reduced cartilage of knee. My leg limps a bit...any solution

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Degenerative changes do not revert back ...  Read More

My knee cartilage is reduced as shown in MRI . I want to do some walking in morning. Is it okay. What is the reason for bit limp when I get up after sitting

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Walking is okay Stop sitting on the ground,always sit on a chair and use western toilet. ...  Read More

I have knee pain from 4 months doctor suggested carticure cp1 & Rejunex CD3. I used carticure cp1 tablet for 4 months and Rejunex CD3 for 15 days and still I have 30 percent swelling and cracking sound. Again Can i use Carticure cp1 and Rejunex CD 3 for 1 month more. How many days can use Rejunex CD3 is there any side effects?

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Hello madam....first thing u need to evaluate knee pain....is there xray/Mri/blood investigations ?...without a proper diagnosis treatment can't be assured madam ...  Read More

While i bend the knee cap clicking cathing and locking sound and i fell not connect tedonds quadricpes why helpppppp

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There is laxity in your muscles, so your muscles do not have control over the tendons, you should exercise quadricep muscles. Thank you ...  Read More

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