Suggest Treatment For Osteochondromas

Posted on Sun, 31 Jan 2016

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Question : I have an over growth to my hips and it is suggested I have
it shaved down (surgically). Is this advised and will it solve the problem?

Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (38 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, will definitely help

Detailed Answer:
Hi there.

Thanks for the query.

Yes, overgrowths or Osteochondromas can be shaved down surgically only if they are causing you trouble like pain, nagging or pulling sensation, tingling or numbness, restricted hip movement on performing certain activities and if the mass is growing quickly.

This will definitely solve pressure issues associated with the bony mass if benign.

If you have an Xray, kindly upload it for my reference so that I can comment further.

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr. Aashish Raghu

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T