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Will Leaving Dead Bone In The Knee Cause Serious Problems Later?
I was diagnosed this week with having dead bone in my knee which has caused terrible pain for months. My doctor is suggesting arthroscopic surgery as a conservative action but did suggest I will eventually need knee replacement. I just turned 58 years told and I realize I am limited on remedies. Leaving the dead bone in the knee....does this cause more serious problems?
Tue, 7 Apr 2020
Hello,
If you are in early stages of osteonecrosis (dead bone) your doctor may help you with painkillers etc, but the best solution is surgery.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician
If you are in early stages of osteonecrosis (dead bone) your doctor may help you with painkillers etc, but the best solution is surgery.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician
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