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I Am Worried About A Pain Behind My Right Knee
Question: hi i am worried about a pain behind my right knee. it feels like a strained muscle but so much worse. been about 1 week. It hurts about 10 inches with 3 inches above my knee the worst part at my knee and little below and then the rest it goes down my leg. After a few minutes of sitting it%E2%80%99s very hard to put pressure on it. And I%E2%80%99m concerned it might be a blood clot
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If you have pain and swelling of calf then it’s likely a blood clot and you need to go to your Hospital Emergency Department immediately.
Muscle sprain or tear can cause chronic pain. Apply ice 5-6 times a day. Keep limb elevated. Partial weight bearing can be done in the affected limb with the help of crutches. You can get an Ultrasound or MRI to find the injury.
I hope I have answered your query.
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Regards,
Aashish Raghu
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Detailed Answer:
Hi there,
Thanks for the query
If you have pain and swelling of calf then it’s likely a blood clot and you need to go to your Hospital Emergency Department immediately.
Muscle sprain or tear can cause chronic pain. Apply ice 5-6 times a day. Keep limb elevated. Partial weight bearing can be done in the affected limb with the help of crutches. You can get an Ultrasound or MRI to find the injury.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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