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What Causes Pain In Knees Radiating To Thighs?
Posted on
Sun, 25 Oct 2015
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Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Sun, 25 Oct 2015
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Question : after running and walking 2 miles 1 week ago I have pain both knees. sometimes radiates to back of thigh. Cannot bear much weight on right knee
Brief Answer:
Sounds like osteoarthritis
Detailed Answer:
Hi I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible osteoarthritis.
I will suggest avoiding running.
Do non weight bearing exercises like swimming and cycling.
Use knee guards.
Prescription for glucosamine will be useful.
Best of luck. Dr Mittal
Sounds like osteoarthritis
Detailed Answer:
Hi I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible osteoarthritis.
I will suggest avoiding running.
Do non weight bearing exercises like swimming and cycling.
Use knee guards.
Prescription for glucosamine will be useful.
Best of luck. Dr Mittal
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Many thanks for your answer.
Can I get glucosamine over the counter?
Can I get glucosamine over the counter?
Brief Answer:
Depends on the state
Detailed Answer:
Depends on the country and state.
Depends on the state
Detailed Answer:
Depends on the country and state.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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