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What could happen if i don't get knee surgery for a torn meniscus?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Depends: It depends on the size, location, and tear pattern of the meniscus tear. It also depends on your age and activity level. The spectrum of nothing to continued damage to the articular cartilage and progression of arthritis.
Answered 10/15/2016
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You could be fine: Or it can continue to bother you, the tear can get larger making subsequent surgery more involved. General advise, get it fixed if it significantly bothers you.
Answered 10/15/2016
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