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Could it be alright to have a leg amputated to get rid of frequent knee pain?
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WOW: Amputation would be a drastic treatment for knee pain and is usually reserved for severe infection or circulation deficiency. There are many other treatments that are far more popular for knee pain...Depending on the underlying cause.
Answered 3/28/2014
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Yes, possible option: Depending on the underlying cause of the pain, amputation is an option.
Answered 3/28/2014
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