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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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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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