Tear in the meniscus, a C-shaped rubbery cartilage in the knee, can tear due to injury to the knee joint. Knee pain and swelling are the common symptoms seen. Taking rest with icing and physiotherapy helps to cure it.
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Can you give a meal plan based on my mother's reports?
Query: Hello doctor, My 59 year old mother is under treatment for hypothyroidism, hypertension, and osteoarthritis of knee joints along with a mild iron deficiency anemia. With the help of medications, TSH (3.15), BP (120/72) and FBS (89) are currently stable, although she used to get symptoms like reeling... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw her reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). All her numbers are alright, except a few which are on the borderline. But, no need to worry about it. Her diet should be perfectly balanced according to the climate. Also, exercise and yoga play a s... Read Full »
What can be done about the tearing sensation in my knee?
Query: Hello doctor I recently felt a bit of a tearing sensation on the top of my knee area when bending while playing basketball. There was swelling and bruising for a few hours only. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry; it might be a jerk you felt at the knee joint. Rest as much as possible, apply an ice pack twice or thrice a day, and do knee stretching five times after an hour. Do not put pressure on the knee; wear a knee cap for two days if available. If you see swelli... Read Full »