My left ACL tore completely three years ago and I've been managing without surgery so far. Is it okay to keep postponing the surgery or should I get it done right away? I'm worried about long-term damage if I wait too long

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Delaying ACL repair may cause joint damage‚Äîget MRI and orthopedic opinion if knee gives way often.

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my doctor said the fibula bone near my ankle is broken and recommended surgery but I'm unsure if it's really needed can it heal on its own without surgery or is surgery the only option

A fractured fibula near the ankle can sometimes heal without surgery, but it depends on the type and severity of the fracture. Surgery might be necessary for displaced or unstable fractures, or if other parts of the leg are also injured.

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I have moderate knee joint effusion with a proximal tibial contusion and incomplete fracture plus a high grade partial or complete tear of the ACL and a medial meniscal parameniscal cyst does this mean I definitely need surgery or are there other options to consider

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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i have a lateral meniscus tear in my left knee and i'm wondering if surgery is really necessary or are there other treatment options i can try instead since i'd prefer to avoid surgery if possible

Meniscus tear can sometimes be treated conservatively with rest,bracing,and physiotherapy.MRI findings and symptoms guide need for surgery.

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