Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
146 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How Can Swelling And Pain In The Knees Be Treated?

Hello, I am a 51 yr old female with history of meniscus tears in left knee (3 arthroscopic surgeries) and osteoarthritis. Now, both knees are achy, hard to go up and down stairs. Pain is made worse by either sitting or standing too long. 2.5 weeks ago I fell hard directly onto my left knee below the kneecap, PA said it was bruised. It s swollen now and warm to the touch and hurts all the time. Will they get better?
posted on Wed, 12 Oct 2016
Twitter Wed, 27 Feb 2019 Answered on
Twitter Thu, 28 Feb 2019 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi,

First of all, it's sad to know what you had been going through lately.

Based on the history you have shared, you need to use more potent analgesics like neproxen or tramadol alongside OTC analgesics like acetaminophen.

MRI of the knee and orthopaedic surgeon review may be needed to discuss surgical options like meniscus repair or knee replacement.

Weight bearing may be avoided and should be discussed with a physiotherapist for surrounding muscles strengthening exercises.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How Can Swelling And Pain In The Knees Be Treated?

Hi, First of all, it s sad to know what you had been going through lately. Based on the history you have shared, you need to use more potent analgesics like neproxen or tramadol alongside OTC analgesics like acetaminophen. MRI of the knee and orthopaedic surgeon review may be needed to discuss surgical options like meniscus repair or knee replacement. Weight bearing may be avoided and should be discussed with a physiotherapist for surrounding muscles strengthening exercises. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Saddiq Ulabidin, General & Family Physician