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I Tripped Last Week & Strained My Left Leg. It
Question: I tripped last week & strained my left leg. It hurt for a few days. Not it doesn’t hurt, but it is a little swollen. What might this be? What do I do next?
Brief Answer:
Take antiinflammatory drugs such ibuprofen.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The swelling may be caused by a strained muscle. You may need to use anti-inflammatory drugs such ibuprofen or naproxen to reduce swelling and inflammation. Also you can use ice on it to reduce swelling.
Also avoid the movements of this muscle.
If possible visit an orthopedist to examine your leg.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take antiinflammatory drugs such ibuprofen.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear, welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
The swelling may be caused by a strained muscle. You may need to use anti-inflammatory drugs such ibuprofen or naproxen to reduce swelling and inflammation. Also you can use ice on it to reduce swelling.
Also avoid the movements of this muscle.
If possible visit an orthopedist to examine your leg.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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