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I had left knee surgery 11 months ago for plica and chondroplasty. my pain has gotten a lot worse since surgery should i go back to see the same surgeon? i did go see him about 4 months after my surgery and was told that it was as good as it gets. i have
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Yes: If you like and trust your surgeon go back..He knows the most about you knee inside. Otherwise seek other care.
Answered 7/15/2013
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Second opinion: You should get another opinion from a sports medicine trained orthopedic surgeon.
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