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What Causes Severe Pain Above The Right Knee?
I have extreme pain just above my right knee on the lateral side of my thigh. I have not injured my leg in any way. this came on suddenly and has persisted for two days. The pain is worse at night interrupting my sleep. For the record, I have had half my right knee replaced about 10 years ago. This pain is on the lateral side and about 5-6 inches above the knee.
Mon, 1 Oct 2018
Hello,
It might be an early sign of arthritis. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like aceclofenac or tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persist, better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It might be an early sign of arthritis. As a first line management, you can take analgesics like aceclofenac or tramadol for pain relief. If symptoms persist, better to consult an orthopaedician and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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