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What can i do about knee pain 35 years after a total meniscectomy ?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Knee pain: Initially you can try nsaids or joint supplements. There is a high probability that you have arthritis in your knee. You may want to get a x-ray to establish if that is the reason you have pain.

Answered 10/4/2016

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