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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Knee?
Hey; I have had a painful knee for about 5 months, thinking it was arthritis or g possibly gout. The side of the left knee cap is a bit swollen and very painful, and cracking as I go upstairs. I have not gone to the dr. as I am thinking it is arthritis. I also have pain in both thumbs and the right large toe off and on, but knee pain is there all the time.
Sat, 7 Mar 2020
Hello,
It may be due to osteoarthritis.
For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen.
Use knee cap.
You may require x ray knee after orthopedic surgeon consultation.
Use support while walking
Hope I have answered your query...
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Shyam kale
Family and general physician
It may be due to osteoarthritis.
For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen.
Use knee cap.
You may require x ray knee after orthopedic surgeon consultation.
Use support while walking
Hope I have answered your query...
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr Shyam kale
Family and general physician
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