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I got knee effusion after a car accident , should i do injection? I am just afraid off pain of the injection ! My knee really hurt me everytime i move my leg! 12 days already but it s not better at all ! MRI from UCI hospital says it s not break or anything just Effusion! Thanks !!
Mon, 10 Mar 2014
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement, Dr. Mukesh Chugh's Response
Hi After going through query,please don't worry and visit a facility where the collected fluid can be removed.It's safe and pain is just the prick of needle,that's it. Take care and wish you good health. I shall be glad to answer any further query.
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Should I Get Injection For Knee Effusion?
Hi After going through query,please don t worry and visit a facility where the collected fluid can be removed.It s safe and pain is just the prick of needle,that s it. Take care and wish you good health. I shall be glad to answer any further query.