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A Recent MRI Showed Intrasubstance Abnormality Within The Medial Meniscus
Question: a recent MRI showed intrasubstance abnormality within the medial meniscus, approaching the inferior articular surface at the junction of body and posterior horn, signal abnormality , not meeting MRI criteria for a tear. The back of my knee swollen and some burning in the knee.
What should I do and what’s happening g? I am 60 years old. Thanks
What should I do and what’s happening g? I am 60 years old. Thanks
Brief Answer:
Changes in meniscus due to wear and tear.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
I have gone through your query and understand your health concerns ,
The changes in the MRI scan in the medial meniscus are likely to be related to wear and tear of the meniscus. This can cause an inflammation and thus the swelling at the back of the knee.
The best way to treat this is to give rest to the knee, avoid any stressful activities like squatting, jumping or climbing stairs. You can use an elastic knee brace for an extra support to the knee.
Continue with the anti inflammatory pain killers and a hot compress to reduce the pain and swelling. This should subside in 2-3 weeks. Adding joint lubricant supplements after consulting an orthopedician will also help.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Changes in meniscus due to wear and tear.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
I have gone through your query and understand your health concerns ,
The changes in the MRI scan in the medial meniscus are likely to be related to wear and tear of the meniscus. This can cause an inflammation and thus the swelling at the back of the knee.
The best way to treat this is to give rest to the knee, avoid any stressful activities like squatting, jumping or climbing stairs. You can use an elastic knee brace for an extra support to the knee.
Continue with the anti inflammatory pain killers and a hot compress to reduce the pain and swelling. This should subside in 2-3 weeks. Adding joint lubricant supplements after consulting an orthopedician will also help.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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