- male
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
my dad has been in blk hospital for two weeks and they still couldn't figure out what's wrong now they're saying he needs surgery for osteomyelitis - is this the only option or should we get a second opinion
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View allMy mom is 47 and has meniscal tears in her knee along with osteoarthritis. The doctor recommended arthroscopy but I'm worried if surgery is the best option given her osteoarthritis. Should we consider conservative treatment first or go ahead with the surgery?
For a 47-year-old with both meniscal tears and osteoarthritis, a conservative approach is often recommended before considering surgery, especially arthroscopy. While surgery can provide temporary relief, studies suggest that nonsurgical treatment, such as physical therapy and pain management, may be more effective and prevent further osteoarthritis progression.
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I'm 27 and have knock knees (genu valgum). Is there any way to fix this without surgery? I'm worried about how it affects me long-term and if exercises or braces could help
In almost all cases of genu valgum, the condition will resolve before a child reaches adolescence. For older children and adults, the most likely form of therapy involves stretches and exercises to realign the knees and relieve pain. Some people might find relief with orthotics or braces
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I've been told I might need surgery but I'm not sure if it's the best option for me. Can you help me understand the pros and cons of going through with it versus trying other treatments first? I'm really worried about making the wrong choice.
please approach a surgeon in apollo hospital
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