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I have a grade 3 ankle sprain and synovitis from the sprain. surgery is required but being disputed. also have arthritis in knee. need pain relief!

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Grade 3=surgery: Appeal it rapidly, if not done early it becomes a need 4 reconstruction later, especially at ur age. An unstable ankle will lead 2 early arthritis.

Answered 2/23/2014

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