Hormone replacement

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I need to have Knee Lubrication Injection as knee replacement surgery seems risky and may be difficult for my weight to carry on after operation. Pls advise. Thanks

Hi I am Dr Alok, Rheumatologist from Delhi yes, you can take injection, but remember, its effect lasting for 3 months to 1 year only, mean while you should do physiotherapy. But if joints are damaged completely, there is no option but to surgery Hope this will help should you have any queries, please donot hesitate ...

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I have conjunctivitis and have double knee replacement scheduled in about 18 days. Could this cause a problem with developing an infection in my knee replacement site?

i don't think so take antibiotic then go to surgery ...

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My husband was recently diagnosed with a thoracic aortic dilation of 4.2 during a preop echocardiogram. Cat scan was also done. No evidence of dissection. He is having bilateral knee replacement on January 17. His cardiologist has cleared him for surgery for both knees. Should we be getting a second opinion. I should mention he is 67 years old, no evidence of heart blockages, no diabetes.

surely get the second opinion from other cardiologist ...

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do growth hormone injections really help you grow taller and how safe is it?

Hi, Growth hormone injection really help you but will help you only till your epipyhsis has not fused and growth is not complete. In females usually the epiphysis are usually fused before the period are started so it may be of no help to her(your sister) or may be of very little help to you. Growth hormone makes you prone to hypertension and fluid retention. Feel free to ask more questions. ...

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i want law cost knee replacement surgery,all infermation

low cost means low quality implant ,low quality treatment standards.think twice and take a right decision ...

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cost of hip replacement surgery

rupees 1.5 to 1.8 lakhs per hip ...

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my age is 22. can my hight be increase by any hormone replacement therapy? if yes then what will be the cost?

Hi, Yes you can increase height,but the amount benefit you get will be dependent whether you are deficient of hormone which increases height(growth hormone). If yes then then benefit would be good and if no then the benefit would be less. Growth hormone single shot costs somewhere around 700-1000 rs and how long treatment is given would be dependent on your tests . ...

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Hi doctor i hope u will give me the correct opinion as it is my personal question my problem is ,i had lost 4 teeth . so i am going to consult doctor .if the dentist suggest me for dental implant..is it a right choice and if yes i would be getting married does this dental implant surgery effect my married sex life...like reducing sperm count or not having child in future,as issue of having something foreign implanted in the body may get bacteria and viruses tend to target implants.setting up colonies around them, and that the immune system canâ€™t fight as efficiently in that setting as it can elsewhere in the body. Or else you suggest me which is the best solution for my lost tooth replacement. Thanks

Implants are safe .Considering your age implants are a good choice for you ...

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Taking treatment from Sancheti for AVN of hip of stage 3. Few other doctors suggested Hip replacement surgery. Need advice/guidence on treatment.

treatment depends on your pain levels. if the pain is unbearable then you need surgery otherwise continue with your own hip. ...

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she dont want surgical joint replacement due to her age.But need some therapy to relieve pain.Is ozone injection is the best ?

Hi, Viscosupplementation can be done for osteoarthritis of knees . It has good results. Injections are given in knee joints which increase the lubrication of joints . This helps to relieve pain . Consult your orthopedic surgeon for this therapy . Feel free to ask any questions. ...

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