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I have had hip athroscopy for minor labral tear, 3 months post surgery i am still in agony. is this normal?

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Hip arthroscopy: "agony" is a strong word so if you are still having this degree of pain, i would have a repeat MRI with contrast (assuming you have no allergy to dye) performed.

Answered 7/8/2015

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Dr. Thomas Deberardino answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: Hip arthroscopy to remove injured tissue (labral or cartilage injury) should relieve pain within 2 -12 weeks progressively toward little to no pain. Repair of a labral tear or removal of bone due to impingement should also show progressively diminished pain within 1-3 months. Persistent agonizing pain points toward new or persistent pathology within the hip/pelvis/back. Further evaluation needed.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. Charles Toman answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

No: You should visit your surgeon and discuss. If pain persists you may need a second opinion.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Can be: It is not abnormal to take 4-6 months and even a year for the pain to go away. However, I am concerned about you being in agony. This should be evaluated by your surgeon.

Answered 11/24/2014

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