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When Do The Joints Of The Legs Get Painful And How Can One Treat It?
Question: the joints of the legs have pain.
Brief Answer:
Could be arthritis or synovitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There could be many causes for pain the joints of legs including arthritis (many types), synovitis, cartilage issue, too much exercise, injury etc.
If there is acute or severe pain, then please see an orthopedic surgeon. He will be able to examine you and run radiological imaging like X-rays, MRI etc., and suggest treatment.
You may post details about your symptoms and reports if any, and I can guide you further about it.
Regards,
Dr. Vaishalee
Could be arthritis or synovitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
There could be many causes for pain the joints of legs including arthritis (many types), synovitis, cartilage issue, too much exercise, injury etc.
If there is acute or severe pain, then please see an orthopedic surgeon. He will be able to examine you and run radiological imaging like X-rays, MRI etc., and suggest treatment.
You may post details about your symptoms and reports if any, and I can guide you further about it.
Regards,
Dr. Vaishalee
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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