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On and off bone pain for years in my left leg. i have hip tendonitis, pfps & medial plica syndrome in the same leg. should i see my orth or a waste?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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Depends : None of those conditions are life threatening, so it really depends on how much trouble you are having. If you have a significant problem, I would not hesitate to be seen as there many good treatment options available for each of those conditions.

Answered 3/12/2017

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A member asked:

On and off bone pain for years in my left leg. i have hip tendonitis, pfps & medial plica syndrome in the same leg. should i see my orth or a waste?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

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