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A 46-year-old female asked about a 58-year-old female:

My friend 58 yrs. she has knee joint pain. doc wants to operate.she wants to wait. as she feels it's too early seeing her age.she is able to manage.

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Dr. Louis Cooper
Dr. Louis Cooperanswered
Pediatrics 50 years experience
Maybe: Depending on the degree of knee involvement, perhaps physical therapy may allow relief. Also, arch supports may help knee problems if there is a problem with flat feet! good luck.
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Dr. Joseph Rojas
Dr. Joseph Rojasanswered
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Wait: If you can live with the pain i.e. It does not affect the quality of your life, leave it alone and wait.
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