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I had knee arthroscopy (cleaned up my cartilage) 14 days ago and still can't walk without crutches. should i be worried? does this sound like something went wrong during surgery?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

This is a longer than average recovery period, but not necessarily serious or an indication of a problem during surgery. Obviously this is a question for the doctor who did the procedure. Good luck.

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Answered 5/17/2021

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