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What Causes Swelling In Leg Along With Numbness Post Tear In Meniscus?

My friend has a tear in her meniscus from several years ago and it regularly swells. Today it is it s normal swelling but now her leg is numb and tingly from the foot up to mid thigh. Should we seem medical attention or continue to ice it or apply heat?
Thu, 7 May 2020
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi,

Both the problems are not interrelated, numbness is due to nerve compression in your lumbar spine, get your MRI done, give hot fomentation. Take over the counter painkillers and apply diclofenac gel.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon
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What Causes Swelling In Leg Along With Numbness Post Tear In Meniscus?

Hi, Both the problems are not interrelated, numbness is due to nerve compression in your lumbar spine, get your MRI done, give hot fomentation. Take over the counter painkillers and apply diclofenac gel. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jaideep Gaver, Orthopedic Surgeon