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I have Medial meniscus grade 3 tear previous year.and now it started to hurt more. Do I be able to do running after sugery of my left Knee?

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Yes, you will be able to do after proper rehabilitation and physiotherapy ...  Read More

I was diagnosed meniscus tear Grade 2-3 nearly 9 months ago. Now I am symptoms free . Can I go for surgery? Is PRP treatment useful for my condition?

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PRP may not be helpful now. If you are symptom free then avoid surgery till symptoms of Meniscus tear (locking, pain etc) develops. ...  Read More

Can grade 3 tear in posterior horn of medial meniscus be repaired by stem cell procedure if yes what is the success rate %

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If it is peripheral tear in the posterior Horn success is high. But if tear is in white zone- success rate is less. Share your MRI. Sometimes it is better to have partial meniscectomy. ...  Read More

Is there any chance of MRI being false? It said grade 3 anterior horn meniscus tear. But my knee never swelled up. I returned to normal activity in 15 days. Started running in 4 months. But it pinches sometimes. Whenever i consult a doctor he says to have surgery? Its not that i cant afford surgery. I have a mediclaim. TPAs are ready to pass my cas

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Pinches where? If there’s a click and occasional locking of the knee then it requires Arthroscopic repair or partial menisectomy. In arthroscopic surgeries the surgical morbidity is much less and th ...  Read More

Hello As I was unable to edit the previous post so posting new one. I have suffered from grade 3 meniscus tear in the month of July. In the month of September I was diagnosed with MRI scan for following tear. It has been around 3.5 months and pain is reduced much. But my concern is that 1. 30 percent pain still persists 2. Light swelling and

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Needs arthroscopic meniscal repair.. If you wish the treatment with less budget meet me in my ORTHODERM bone n skin clinic in kilpauk evening 7-10pm.. If budget is not a problem meet me in Apollo main ...  Read More

I had gone through MRI and the report said: 1. Grade 3 lateral meniscus tear 2. Edema of head and neck of fibula and lateral tibial condyle. Haven't consulted the doc yet. Please explain about the above report. Is surgery necessary? If surgery is must, what will be the recovery period? Will it be curable with tables or exercise?

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You will need arthroscopic meniscal repair+\-partial meniscectomy. It will take around 3-4 weeks for complete recovery ...  Read More

Hi, I had an injury to my left knee two years ago and after undergone MRI scanning came to know i had Grade 3 tear of posterior horn of medial meniscus. Earlier , i had ACL surgery to my right knee . Now , because of my fate got injured to left knee. Can any suggest !! If i really have to go for a surgery, i can . But looking for atleast an alterna

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What are the symptoms? If there is no locking, I think you can continue with conservative treatment. ...  Read More

Dear sir. Since May 6th I am suffering from a fully torn Acl ligament and grade 3 meniscus tear. Consulted a orthopedic he told me to go for a surgery. As I don't want to go for a surgery . So I am doing physiotherapy . I have recovered alot but still thier is a weakness in my leg. Can u suggest me Wat should I do.? Does surgery is the on

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A fully torn ACL definitely needs surgical repair to get back to previous level of functions ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I fell down 10-12 stairs 8 months back. Back then Doctor was suspecting minor tears in both knees on the basis of normal x rays and recommended me knee support brace along with RICE therapy for few months. Over the time I realised that my knee pain was not reducing and specially left knee has been unbearable after little walk. I got

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Many a times the mri report can overestimate the injury to the meniscus or other structures. Clinical evaluation along with the correlation to mri films will be crucial to decide whether to undergo su ...  Read More

My mother had pain in knee which make her difficult in walking. Does Degenrative Grade 3 at posterior horn of Medial Menincus ( As given in MRI Reports) requires surgery. MRI REPORT IS ATTACHED BELOW.

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At 50, female ; mostly this tear is degenerative and may be a part of osteoarthritis complex. If she has locking of knee, then only surgery can be thought off. Else if there is only pain, then treat ...  Read More

Got meniscus injury in left knee in Jan 2026 and has been in rehab, Grade 1 lateral complex tear with Discoid Meniscus, knocked knees - Has started walking but slow without walker - getting catches or snaps and not locks 2 inches below meniscus in the back upper calf left side and in the front left side 2 inches below meniscus joint line or tear -

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Surgery has better result ...  Read More

My main concern is fertility preservation and whether conservative management can still work in my case.Ultrasound / Scrotal Doppler: * Grade III varicocele on both sides * Right testis: 3.9 × 1.7 × 2.4 cm (8.1 cc) * Left testis: 3.8 × 1.7 × 2.4 cm (8.6 cc) * Vein diameter: * Right: 3.2 mm * Left: 3.8 mm * Reflux present during Valsalva * D

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Not all varicocele causes infertility Ur Semen has teratospernia that can be due to varicocele If not able to conceive naturally Operating on varicocele can help ...  Read More

35-year-old woman from Bangalore, weighing 84 kg. Experiencing intermittent knee pain for nearly 3 years - not constant pain but tends to flare up periodically. Got MRI scan of both knees. As per report - Right Knee: "Grade II horizontal tear of posterior horn of medial meniscus". Left Knee: Grade II horizontal tear of posterior horn of medial and

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1.It may take some more time about 1-2 month depends upon severity and quality of treatment taken 2.Not 100% assured 3.Absolutely contradictory to wear high heel 4.definitely lifestyle and quality of ...  Read More

35-year-old woman from Bangalore. Weight is 84 Kgs. Having knee pain for maybe close to 2 Years – Not constant, kind of intermittent. Got MRI done for both knees. Key findings of Report: Right Knee-“Grade II horizontal tear of posterior horn of medial meniscus". Left Knee - "Grade II horizontal tear of posterior horn of medial and later

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It usually takes 6-12 weeks for pain to subside. Yes it’s fully curable. Yes you will wear high heels ...  Read More

One doctor was sujjested "remove of tear pieces through arthroscopy already PT had some OA is there,but not replacement needed now,in this age repair is not good in my opinion " One doctor was suggested "arthroscopic discoid meniscus balancing+repair+chondroplasty One more doctor was suggested online through mri report advices "Go PRP" Which is bet

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Best long lasting option is UKR if possible.. It will last for long period and satisfactory solution ...  Read More

Attaching my ultrasound report. Diagnosed with fatty liver grade 3 . Kindly guide treatment and is this condition reversible

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1)Why scan was done what was your symptoms 2) ur weight height 3) alcohol smoking 4) other test CBP rft lft pt inr, ugi scooty, fibro scan needed Based on these shall tell further plan ...  Read More

I fell on street on my knee , I ignored for 10-15 days but swelling don't subside . I opted for MRI it showed : MRI picture of a partial intraligamentous injury of the anterior cruciate ligament. Damage to the medial meniscus, Grade III according to Stoller. Marked synovitis, suprapatellar bursitis. Contusion changes of the lateral femoral condyl

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Share mri picture and ongoing treatment ...  Read More

Hello doctor My husband age is 34 recently he had done knee ACL and meniscus surgery. Now it's 20th day still he is walking with Walker. How many days or months to get recover completely??? When he will walk without Walker? Is he can drive car?

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After 4 week he can Walk Without Support For driving Needs atleast 6-8 weeks ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I have Piles and grade 3 hemorioids I took Ashwagandha tablets but while doing abs work out I am getting little bit pain at the liver side. Some water is coming from the mouth have digestion issue my stool is not able to pass completely I took cremafins plus and duphaloc but no use still water coming from mouth feeling bloating. Please

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Looks lik GERD, stop heavy lifts n eat high fiber diet n c, reduce proteins n meats ...  Read More

My father is just diagnosed with Hepatomegaly with grade 3 fatty lever. Just wanted to know what does this mean and what should I do next??

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You need to evaluate for the cause of fatty liver. The cause needs to be evaluated to prevent progression into cirrhosis. ...  Read More

My mri shows grade 2a signal posterior horn and body of medial meniscus, plz guide me will it heals 100 percent or becomes asymptomatic only or can it can extend to grade 3, and how much time it will take, right now i feel pain only when forced leg extension from 30 degrees

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Ideally it should be operate because your age End if no than pain will resolve in 3month ...  Read More

Is Grade 3 Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver fully reversible? Does it require medication or will do with the diet itself.

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Yes diet and medication required ...  Read More

Hi When I had issue in my knee and checked with doctor , Through MRI , came to know grade 1 signal of medial meniscus Previously I was not able to straighten my knee , climb stairs . For 2 months i took meds but not regularly Then again after 2 months i took meds but due to work it was completely irregular Currently I am in 11 month from last di

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Grade 1 meniscus changes are minor and are not definite tear so it usually heal with regular physiotherapy. Improvement over the last few months is a good sign but since you still have discomfort, i ...  Read More

I have a complex medial meniscus tear in my right knee as per MRI report. Any chances it can be healed by Ayurveda and without a surgery.

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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine ...  Read More

I have a horizontal meniscus tear on my right knee no pain since last 2 years. I dont even remember when it happened. I am assuming 10 years back had fallen in snow as I live in Canada. Tgis injury could be from then. I showed it to atleast 3 different othopedics and all three had different opinions. Not sure what to do. Below are the 3 options 1)D

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Need a recent MRI., and clinical examination before commenting any treatment options! If u tried rest with brace and physiotherapy and there is no relief of pain then u r left with only surgery! ...  Read More

I m 31 weeks 5 days pregnant..in my growth scan it was mentioned as posterior placenta grade 3 maturity..is this normal?? Baby weight is 1.800 gms...is anything to concern??

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What you have mentioned is completely okay Baby weight is also adequate at 31 weeks ...  Read More

I have faceing left knee bucket handle tear meniscus problem. Very recently I have gone through MRI test. Grade-111 bucket handle tear meniscus. Please suggest me procedure of surgery if needed. How many days to bed rest is required after post operation( surgery).

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Yes surgery is needed Non weight bearing is for 6-8 weeks after surgery ...  Read More

I am suffering with left testicular vericose veins grade 3 . Which surgical type had best,And estimate cost of surgery.

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Consult for discussion and treatment ...  Read More

Hi, I just wanted to show x ray for surety that my doctor said my feet has a ligament tear ankle sprain grade 3. This is my xray.

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Get a MRI ankle for confirming diagnosis, and can proceed with surgery if needed ...  Read More

I have done the routine checkup full body and abdomen ultrasound i found fatty liver grade 3 with high sgot and sgpt reports attached. Need proper treatment to lower these values. I m overweight. Starting my exercise, apart from this need solution

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U need Saroglitazar tablet ...  Read More

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