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Does pain from a suspected meniscus tear improve with anti-inflammatories? i still have popping, but it hurts less. bending is still painful though. bottom of knee is sore from the popping?
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With continued activity you will only cause more harm. “Listen to your body” see an orthopedic surgeon
Answered 7/6/2023
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NSAIDs provide modest pain relief, and, as such, would provide temporary improvement. But this does NOT imply healing or eventual cure, solely symptomatic relief. Yes, obtain an orthopedic surgical consult.
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