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[quote=Anonymous]I've had a torn meniscus but it's hard to give advice without knowing the extent of your tear. I would most certainly seek a second opinion. I'm active and my meniscus was treated non-surgically. It doesn't completely repair but I found that my lifestyle has not been really that disrupted. I don't run anymore, but I do swim, play golf, etc. I generally wear a brace when I get pain flares.

I certainly would NOT opt for surgery as a first course of action while pregnant. My torn meniscus was very painful at first and then with some physical therapy and temporary bracing I had major improvement. I'd certainly want to give it time - pregnant or not - before doing any surgery.

Frankly, I'm risk averse and wouldn't consider surgery during pregnancy unless it was really, really necessary. Being on crutches the entire pregnancy might be one thing - but just not being able to do yoga / bike / etc and have to limit but not eliminate some physical activity would not be sufficient reason for me to risk the surgery.

No judgment though - only you can balance your own risks. [/quote]

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