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Asked for Female | 25

Do I have a severe knee fracture at 25?

You seem to have a knee fracture, which is a condition that can cause pain, swelling, and movement difficulty in the affected joint. Such injuries are most frequently seen in the patients who fell or were in accidents. The severity of the condition varies with the type and place of the fracture. The typical treatment is to lie down, apply ice, and use a compression bandage, and also, have your doctor’s orders closely followed. Sometimes conservative management with a splint or even surgery is indicated. Make sure to have a check-up with your orthopedist, which allows you to talk about your situation and receive medical treatment. 

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Asked for Female | 17

Why is my knee hurting and swollen?

Sounds to me like you've somehow injured your knee, which can trigger swelling in the knee, pain, and the popping of the joint. The first impact might cause an internal shift, due to which your symptoms might be explained. Advisably, you should stop addressing your knee; in such cases, the application of ice cubes will, no doubt, help diminish swelling, and finally, resting your leg a little higher might be helpful. Analgesia drugs, such as those bought without any prescription may also, be of some use, but much stress must be given to the examinations of an orthopedist. They can examine your knee in detail and advise on treatments that will help you improve.

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Asked for Male | 18

How can I check if my growth plates closed?

If you want to know if the bone line of your bone is closed or still open, you can see a doctor and get some exams done on it. Typically, if you have completed your growth spurt and there are differences in your body, it might mean closure. Among the known factors are age, hormone fluctuations, and genetics. Nevertheless, the best way to determine that is a physical examination, for instance, an X-ray that the physician can accurately interpret. If you are worried about the development or growth, I advise you to visit an orthopedist who will give you advice and the comfort of your mind by making an examination plan just for you.

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Asked for Female | 28

Why is my hip pain worsening with leg pain?

It is common to have discomfort with hips and leg pain for a person. Such kind of pain can come from different places like muscle tension, joints problem, and even posture. With the increase in pain, it could be a sign of an illness./As the discomfort intensifies, it may indicate an underlying condition that requires attention. I would suggest that you rest, do ice-water therapies in the affected area, and perform some gentle stretching as well. However, you must always consult an orthopedist, who will evaluate you and set a program for your specific medical issue issues effectively. 

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Orthopedist

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Asked for Male | 32

Why Do I Have Back Pain?

The backache you feel could be due to several reasons, such as muscle strain, poor posture, or stress. These symptoms often make daily tasks more difficult. Self-care exercises like stretching and strengthening can work magic in this case; thus they are often very helpful. If pain is severe or there is no improvement after a few days, one should seek the help of an orthopedist. They will examine your health carefully and then prescribe a better treatment. 

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Orthopedist

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Asked for Female | 40

Why Do I Have Thumb and Hand Swelling Pain?

Dealing with throbbing and swelling in your thumb and hand can come about due to numerous reasons such as over, injury, or even inflammatory disease. Symptoms like those are usually pain, difficulties in carrying out your daily tasks, and visible swelling. One way to relax painful symptoms may be to give time to the painful area, cool it with ice, and raise the hand above the head to diminish the swelling. Painkillers that are available over the counter can also be consulted. Nevertheless, if the indications continue to be present or get worse, it is vital to ask for an orthopedist's advice.

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Asked for Female | 17

Is continuous mild knee pain a concern for a 17-year-old female with a history of trauma in that area?

It seems like you may have sustained a considerable injury to cause widespread bruising, which was then followed by periods of pain and swelling. Swelling as well as popping can be indications of joint irritation or injury of the surrounding structures, like ligaments or cartilage. Still, sustained minor discomfort may be due to remaining inflammation or strain. Make sure to rest the knee, apply ice, and if need be, use over-the-counter pain relief. If symptoms don't go away or get worse, I suggest visiting an orthopedist for a thorough check-up. 

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Asked for Female | 24

Why is my left hand painful and shivering?

These signs might be due to excess writing, your nerves being squeezed, or even stress and anxiety. It is necessary to arrange things that might interconnect with recent activities or tensions and afterward evaluate them. There is a method to decrease the pain in the left hand: giving the concerned area proper relaxation and using a warm compress to heat the area. Furthermore, its flexibility might also be increased apart from the gentle stretching program. By the way, if these symptoms persist or get worse, it is better to ask for an orthopedist to see if any problems are hiding behind them. 

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Asked for Male | 42

Why Does My Collar Bone Appear Blocked?

It looks like you have some abrupt discomfort in your collarbone area. Perhaps you have strained muscles, an injury, or you have a wrong posture. Common symptoms are feeling painful, swollen, or restricted movement. To handle this discomfort, give a trial to the cold pack applied to the affected area and take a rest. Also doing gentle stretching may be useful. Still, after symptoms do not go away or they even become more serious, you should consult an orthopedist

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Answered on 30th Dec '24

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Asked for Female | 53

Should I have surgery for torn ACL at 52?

Disrupted ALC, injured cartilage, and torn menisci are often associated with more pain while moving. After all, surgical reconstruction helps in restoring normal function and thus relieving the pain, if all other measures remain unsuccessful. Lifestyle transformation including physical therapy and diet management also will help with symptom relief. A consultation with an orthopedist, who will give you options based on your problem, can be another approach.  You should also consult an orthopedist.

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Asked for Female | 29

Could lower back twist cause trouble standing at 29?

It looks like you could be suffering from lower back strain, which is most often caused by twisting or lifting an object in the wrong way. Symptoms might be any combination of aching, stiffness, or the inability to even move. Suggestions for this include the first 48 hours of resting and the application of ice to the area. Besides mild stretching taking some pain medications that can be easily found at any pharmacy may help. However, if the problem is still bothering you or getting worse, consult an orthopedist.

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Asked for Male | 16

Do I Need Surgery for My Broken Finger in Turkey?

Signs of a broken finger include swelling, pain, and difficulty when trying to move the finger. Sometimes, such injuries could be the result of a few falls or sports accidents. A surgery could be necessary if the fractured part is displaced or includes a joint. My preference goes to you getting in contact with a specialist after the X-ray to be able to talk throughout treatments. Rather than going for more complex therapies, you can use a cast that your local medical facility can get you as of now, to stabilize the area till you go and see an orthopedist.

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Asked for Male | 12

How Can I Help My Son with Hip Dislocation?

The pelvic mismatch tends to bring other related problems and thus, it should be corrected. In my view, a visit to a competent orthopedic doctor is the first step here. They can determine the extent of the situation after a thorough examination is performed. This would include a review of his joints and might lead to a recommendation for a more therapeutic approach such as physical. 

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Asked for Male | 22

Should I Get X-Ray for Foot Pain?

An X-ray can be a solution in giving information if there is any problem that needs to be addressed, but nodal swelling, contusions, and mobility running are some signs of these pains. In other words, if the sun is both good for you and needed for the building of your vitamin D, still let your feet be in a good position and wear comfortable shoes. Thus, the most vital requirements are to ensure you have a good rest, apply cold to the painful area, and elevate your legs. I recommend you seek medical advice from an orthopedist to undertake a thorough examination and receive a customized prescription. 

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Asked for Male | 25

Is there a cure for Paraspinal Spasm and Disc Herniation?

Dehydration and bulging are exacerbating disc changes causing muscle spasms to occur along the spine. That is why you get to feel pain, and stiffness, and the nerves are more sensitive. The possible fixes involve some physical therapy procedures, anti-inflammatory drugs, and, if necessary, cor searches for tumor syndrome. Then things such as upright posture, free movement exercises, and heat therapy will also be beneficial. Please make sure that you visit an orthopedist consultation, and personalized treatment for you is also necessary.
 

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