Knee pain due to meniscus tear

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Asked for Female, 22 Years

I was having knee pain from 5th july. I ignored it then because I had chondromalecia. But the pain worsened. Recently I had an MRI scan, where the report said peripheral longitudinal tear seen in the posterior horn of lateral meniscus. I am in rest and taking ice packs. I also have joining of my job on 4th August. Will it get cured by then? What should I do more to heal it faster?

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Dr. Jerry Jose

Orthopedist 6 yrs exp Ernakulam

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Need proper evaluation of MRI .If needed arthroscopic meniscus repair /balancing.If the tear is of full thickness chance of healing is less likely to heal.use knee brace for time being.can have a video consultation if needed. Peripheral tears are repairable

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Dr. Praveen Podali

Orthopedist and Traumatology Specialist 6 yrs exp Bangalore

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Hi , this is Dr. Praveen Podali, happy to help. I hope , u have sensation of locking knee and climbing downstairs is difficult. If MRI showing longitudinal tear, kindly reach to an orthopaedician specialised in arthroscopy surgeon.

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Health Tips

Avoid strenuous exercises Use ice pack application Analgesics Hinge knee brace