I have a meniscus extrusion in my right knee and a small area of full-thickness cartilage loss measuring 9x7 mm. I'm only 25 if I get surgery now, will I still be able to walk normally by the time I'm 40?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Yes, if you address the meniscus extrusion and cartilage loss with appropriate treatment, including surgery if necessary, you can likely maintain normal walking and other activities by the time you are 40. Early intervention and a focused rehabilitation program are key to maximizing your long-term knee health

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Looking for a good doctor in Delhi NCR for my mom's knee replacement surgery. She has stage III osteoarthritis and I was considering Dr. Ali Arora at Max but wondering if there are better options. Would really appreciate recommendations from anyone who has personal experience with a doctor for TKR and an idea about the estimated cost

Dr Ashok Rajgopal of Fortis hospital is good.

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My sister has a volar ganglion cyst on her left hand near the radial artery and it's causing her some pain. What's the usual cost for surgery to remove it and is it a complicated procedure?

Surgical removal of a volar ganglion cyst, especially near the radial artery, is generally considered a safe procedure, but it's not always necessary. The cost varies, but it can range from ‚Çπ10,000 to ‚Çπ30,000 or more in India, depending on the hospital and surgeon.

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My mom has had arthritis for over 20 years and now her fractured leg isn't healing properly. She keeps getting repeated wounds near the surgery area why is this happening? What can we do to help her recover? Will her bone eventually form properly, and how long might the healing take?

Patient is advised for orthopedician opinion for further treatment.

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