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What Causes Pain In My Leg With Arthritis In Knee?
HI.i have arthritis in my ankle,i have had numerous operations over the years,the most recent being an ankle arthroscopy(twice).i recently had steroids injected into my joint,which hasnt worked,i have recently been getting pain right up my leg,as well as still suffering ankle pain.i see surgeon again in 2 weeks.he is considering an ankle fusion.is this pain in my leg possibly connected to my ankle?
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kindly do not hurry for surgery.
You may do hot fomantation by dipping your foot & ankle in warm water.Paracetamol 250mg tab.BD along with multinitamin tab. 1 OD may be tried for 4-5 days. this usually gives relief.You may contact me again, if need be.
You may do hot fomantation by dipping your foot & ankle in warm water.Paracetamol 250mg tab.BD along with multinitamin tab. 1 OD may be tried for 4-5 days. this usually gives relief.You may contact me again, if need be.
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