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What Causes Pain In Knee Causing To Limp?
Intermittent pain in left leg below knee, at top of shin. Makes walking uncomfortable and causes limping., and occasionally there are sharp shooting pains. No swelling or other visual signs. No pain when resting. I am a 54 year old female. I have osteo arthritis in my hands. I dont do lots of exercise but am active and walk quite a lot. slim build.
Mon, 28 Jan 2019
Hello,
As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
Most probably it is due to ligament or tendon injury.
Consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.
Most probably it is due to ligament or tendon injury.
Consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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