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My father is having knee issues and is n
My father's weight is 100 KGS and height is 177 cms. He is having knee problems and is unable to walk without pain.
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Dr. Manoj Kumar Khemani
Orthopedist
22 yrs exp
Kolkata
He needs to reduce a lot of weight. He might need a bariatric surgery to reduce weight.
In case his knees are too damaged, he may need a knee replacement too.
Next Steps
Consult a bariatric surgeon.
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Physiotherapy might help to reduce the pain.
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