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

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 _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'm getting ACL reconstruction surgery soon and my surgeon mentioned options like biodegradable or titanium screws but I'm not sure which to pick. What are the key differences between them in terms of healing and long-term effects? With newer surgical tech available, which type tends to have better outcomes these days? How do doctors usually decide which screw is right for a particular patient?

Accepted Answer

In ACL reconstruction, both biodegradable and titanium screws offer different advantages and disadvantages. Biodegradable screws, made of materials like PLLA (poly-l-lactic acid), are absorbed by the body over time, eliminating the need for removal. Titanium screws, on the other hand, are permanent implants. Research suggests that both types of screws can lead to similar functional outcomes, though some studies suggest potential benefits of biodegradable screws in certain aspects, like MRI compatibility

Question 3

I had titanium plate surgery for a tibia and fibula fracture 4 months ago but now my leg is swollen and red. My orthopedic surgeon recommended removing the plate. What could be causing this and is removal the only option?

Accepted Answer

Swelling and redness at the site of a titanium plate implant, four months after surgery, can indicate several possibilities, including infection, a reaction to the implant, or a problem with the bone healing process. Removal of the plate might be recommended by your surgeon, but it's not always the only solution; other options could be explored

MRI shows a high grade partial tear of the MPFL how do I know if it's grade 2 or 3? Will this heal on its own or do I need surgery?

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I had titanium plate surgery for a tibia and fibula fracture 4 months ago but now my leg is swollen and red. My orthopedic surgeon recommended removing the plate. What could be causing this and is removal the only option?

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