Question 1

I'm really worried about my MRI results showing a chronic partial ACL tear and this buckling happening at the back. It also mentions a small chronic grade 3 tear in the posterior horn of the medial meniscus reaching the inferior meniscal surface. What should I be doing about this? Does this mean surgery is unavoidable, or are there other treatment options I should consider first? I'm just anxious about what this all means for my mobility and day-to-day activities.

Accepted Answer

Hair loss can be distressing.
 
 _Minoxidil (Rogaine) for Hair Loss:_
 
 1. Effective for: Male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) and female hair loss.
 2. Stimulates hair growth and slows down hair loss.
 3. Available in 2% and 5% topical solutions.
 
 _Effectiveness:_
 
 1. Stops hair loss in 80-90% of users.
 2. Regrows hair in 30-40% of users.
 
 _Potential Side Effects:_
 
 1. Itching or redness
 2. Dryness or flakiness
 3. Unwanted facial hair growth
 4. Allergic reactions (rare)
 
 _Minoxidil and Male Infertility:_
 
 No conclusive evidence links minoxidil directly to male infertility

Question 2

I've had an ACL injury that doesn't seem to be healing properly - my knee still makes popping sounds and hurts when I try to move it. I can't bend my knee all the way or climb stairs without pain. Should I consider surgery for this?

Accepted Answer

physiotherapy and painkillers to manage your condition

Question 3

I've been dealing with calcaneal bursitis for two years now and nothing seems to help tried both regular doctors and homeopathy but no luck. A new doctor suggested surgery but mentioned the bone might grow back. Is there any permanent fix for this? I'm ready to book an online appointment right away if there's a solution.

Accepted Answer

It's understandable that you're feeling frustrated after two years of dealing with calcaneal bursitis and not finding relief with traditional and homeopathic treatments. Since it's been persistent for this long, further investigation may be necessary

I had hand surgery in December 2020 but now my hand is swollen and really painful. What could be causing this and what meds should I take for the pain and swelling?

Could be infection, hardware issue, or lymphedema‚Äîsee your surgeon and consider imaging and labs.

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I've had an ACL injury that doesn't seem to be healing properly - my knee still makes popping sounds and hurts when I try to move it. I can't bend my knee all the way or climb stairs without pain. Should I consider surgery for this?

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