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Doc says the mri shows loss of cartilage due to severe arthritis he says i hve osteoporosis the pain is severe to where i can't bare weight on my legs?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

There are 2 problems: While osteoporosis can cause leg pain it sounds like your pain is due to osteoarthritis with the loss of cartilage - ?Hip or knee. These are 2 separate problems and need to be addresses. Both unusual in someone only 32 years old. Suggest seeing a rheumatologist to sort it out.

Answered 9/2/2013

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Dr. Michael Patney answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Not osteoporosis : What you're describing is osteoarthritis an there are varying degrees. Depending on your symptoms the treatment ranges from pills, shots and finally surgery depending on the location and severity.

Answered 3/31/2015

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Very young for these: At age 32 you are very young for such severe cartilage loss and osteoporosis. Perhaps there are additional factors such as a family history of these problems, or medications that are contributing to the damage. If you haven't already done so, see a rheumatologist.

Answered 3/4/2014

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