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My father in law has knee pain. Does giving omega 3 fish oil tablets help in relieving pain? Please suggest
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It's common in elder person to have knee pain due to osteoarthritis.You have not mentioned does it involves both side?any swelling along with the pain?
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if the pain is long standing in duration ,get an xray done to .He could use pain killers for short term.
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Fish oil 1,000-2,000 mg daily supplementation had significant efficacy to improve knee performance and also are safe in mild to moderate stages of knee osteoarthritics patients.
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It is a trial and error method.
He may be benefited, he may not be benefited.
By the way, the same thing can be said about Total Knee Replacement surgery also.
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Connect please
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Kindly consult
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.
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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Vivek Gautam
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11 yrs exp
Greater Noida
there are various causes for knee pain..its better that you get them ruled out before giving him anything
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