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What Causes Sharp Pain Behind The Left Knee?
Question: I am having sharp pains in my left leg behind me knee. I had them 2 hours ago and they have returned. I am 72 and in excellent health with no history of heart disease.
Brief Answer:
Can be a muscle spasm.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Sudden sharp pain behind the knee that you have can be due to a muscle spasm. This can be due to decreased joint lubricants or minor capsular inflammation also.
It is best to take rest and mild pain killer and do a hot compress in the area for relief. In case the pain is persistent then do consult an orthopedician for proper examination and prescription medicines.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be a muscle spasm.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Sudden sharp pain behind the knee that you have can be due to a muscle spasm. This can be due to decreased joint lubricants or minor capsular inflammation also.
It is best to take rest and mild pain killer and do a hot compress in the area for relief. In case the pain is persistent then do consult an orthopedician for proper examination and prescription medicines.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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