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Suggest Treatment For Extreme Pain In The Knee And Calf

Extreme pain behind right knee that radiates down calf. I have have had this for a couple of weeks and is getting worse. I have not done any injuries that im aware of. I cant sleep aat night. I have a hard time going up and down stairs as its hard to bend but i also can not fully extendmy leg either. Have any ideas on this?? Thanks
Thu, 11 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have extreme pain in the knee and calf. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like DVT , achilles tendonitis , bakers cyst or trapped nerve . I would suggest you to keep your leg in hot water tub with espom salt for 15 min daily , take proper rest , do gentle massage and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may recommend physical therapy . Doctor may recommend surgery in severe case .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Extreme Pain In The Knee And Calf

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have extreme pain in the knee and calf. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like DVT , achilles tendonitis , bakers cyst or trapped nerve . I would suggest you to keep your leg in hot water tub with espom salt for 15 min daily , take proper rest , do gentle massage and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may recommend physical therapy . Doctor may recommend surgery in severe case . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari