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3.5 weeks post op for menisectomy and debridement for oa. still have snapping and fluid inside joint with some pain at times. is this typical?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Potentially: There is still some time to improve from your procedure, so it is entirely possible you will be a lot better in the next 3-4 weeks. I would certainly let your surgeon know you are still having problems.

Answered 9/24/2014

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