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Tore acl at 16. played sports & suffered meniscal tears through years. is it still worth undergoing surgery after 10 yrs. had no previous operations?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: If you have had knee issues since your original injury, it is worth getting checked out. Instability and meniscal tears that are not treated can lead to early arthritis or degenerative problems. Often, addressing these early can prevent irreprable damage later in life.
Answered 11/8/2015
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Maybe : Depends on your symptoms and the condition of your knee. You need to be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon.
Answered 11/7/2013
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