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Female | 46

When can I chew after jaw surgery?

After jaw surgery when can i chew?

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Answered on 9th Sept '24

After jaw surgery, it’s recommended to wait at least 6-8 weeks before resuming chewing solid foods. This allows your jaw to heal properly and minimizes the risk of complications. However, recovery times can vary based on individual factors, so it's crucial to follow your surgeon’s specific instructions. For personalized advice, consult your dentist.

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Answered on 9th Sept '24

After jaw surgery, you will have to wait for a period of time before chewing again. As of the birth of your jaw, it is not uncommon to be without chewing. In general, your doctor will give you the go-ahead to start chewing. If you start out too soon, you might somehow experience comfort or pain. 

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Answered on 9th Sept '24

Giving your jaw some time to heal after jaw surgery is crucial to chewing. Typically, you can start chewing soft foods such as mashed potatoes or soup about six weeks after surgery. Chewing too early can cause you to experience pain and cause your injury to heal slowly. So, be patient and follow your dentist's advice on when you can safely resume chewing.

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I am 27 years old . During a month I suffered from knee pain and pooping sound coming from there . Even I noticed sounds coming from every joint.

Male | 27

You may be suffering from crepitus, a condition involving joints made from popping or cracking sounds. When the knee or another joint, like the knee, expands, you can hear the sound. This says that sometimes air bubbles may be in the joint space. Or the Cheerios cereal-like cartilage surfaces of our bones are responsible for creating noise.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Deep Chakraborty

Dr. Deep Chakraborty

How to treat acute lower back pain

You need to visit orthopedist for correct diagnosis and  treatment, as he will do some tests and accordingly prescribe you the medicine.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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Answered on 30th Oct '24

Dr. Pramod Bhor

Dr. Pramod Bhor

Tibia and fibila frecture

Male | 29

Tibia and fibula fractures involve­ broken lower leg bone­s. Pain, swelling, and inability to move the le­g characterize symptoms. Falls or accidents commonly cause­ these injuries. Tre­atment involves casts or surgical repair of bone­s. Ice, rest, and leg e­levation help relie­ve pain and swelling. Recove­ring full strength and mobility often require­s physical therapy.

Answered on 11th Sept '24

Dr. Deep Chakraborty

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Knee pain i need permanent solution

Female | 30

Check with an orthopedic near you to get the pain examined, and accordingly the doctor can prescribe you medications. They would prescribe pain relief medications and physiotherapy if required..

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Pramod Bhor

Dr. Pramod Bhor

Minor fracture in spinal cord everything is fine leg is alos working can I will be okhy

Female | 19

It's good that your leg is still functioning well—that’s a good sign! You might feel symptoms like pain, numbness, or tingling. The most common causes are accidents or falls. The usual treatment involves rest, possibly wearing a brace and physical therapy. With proper care and rest, you'll likely recover well. Make sure to follow your doctor’s advice.

Answered on 7th Oct '24

Dr. Pramod Bhor

Dr. Pramod Bhor

I am 24years old male and met with an road accident 9 days back and was on some pain killers and i got my x-ray and CT scan done 3 days back that is 6 days post accident the report stated it's avulsion fracture of posterior cruciate ligament. Minimal posterior, cranial displacement of the fracture fragments noted.the consulted doctor suggested surgery is the option and i am looking to avoid it. I will be really happy if some doctor has a opinion otherwise.

Male | 24

yes .. Acupuncture can heal internally almost everything which is not possible in allopathy medicine.
Acupuncture puts the body in self correcting zone and since body has ability to self heal and repair you can experience wonderful results.
Take care

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Hanisha Ramchandani

Dr. Hanisha Ramchandani

Hi..I am a 39 year old female and slipped and fell on a wet floor at a function that I attended. However my foot started swelling up and my knee and the side of my knee is painful and swollen although I can walk with a limp so I don't think anything is broken...could it be Muscle injury or tendons etc...

Female | 39

According to the symptoms you are going through, it is likely that you bruised your knee or your muscles or tendons around it got injured. This might present as a combination of swelling, pain, and immobility of the leg Lie down while putting your feet up, apply a cold compress to the area, stretch your leg, and wrap it with a long elastic bandage to reduce swelling. If the pain persists, replays, or intensifies, or you find it hard to bear its weight, go to the orthopaedist.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Pramod Bhor

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