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Suggest Remedy For Swelling Pain On Side Of Knee

I have a problem with my left knee. This problem started 5 weeks ago. I have swelling on the left side of the knee, the sharp burning pain is on the left side. I have not had an injury. Ice or heat does not help. Rest overnight helps but pain returns in the afternoon. Pain relievers have no effect. Can you help? Steve
Wed, 27 Jan 2021
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Hello,

Swelling and pain in the knee is commonly due to overuse or trauma. Tear or trauma to the ligaments, tendons, meniscus, bursae, articular cartilage, etc. More serious conditions that cause swelling and pain in the knee are Baker's cyst, OA, RA or Gout. You can take anti inflammatory medicine, Naproxen, one SOS when pain. Apply pain relieving ointments. Gentle massage and heat therapy may help. Keep the feet at rest, keep it elevated on a stool when seated and on a pillow when on bed.

Compression bandage may help to ease discomfort. You are suggested to get clinically examined by an orthopedic specialist. Get blood work outs, urinalysis and imaging tests done to get a detailed study of the pathology that is causing you discomfort. You will be treated accordingly. Stay away from addictions if any. Take balanced home made diet.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Suggest Remedy For Swelling Pain On Side Of Knee

Hello, Swelling and pain in the knee is commonly due to overuse or trauma. Tear or trauma to the ligaments, tendons, meniscus, bursae, articular cartilage, etc. More serious conditions that cause swelling and pain in the knee are Baker s cyst, OA, RA or Gout. You can take anti inflammatory medicine, Naproxen, one SOS when pain. Apply pain relieving ointments. Gentle massage and heat therapy may help. Keep the feet at rest, keep it elevated on a stool when seated and on a pillow when on bed. Compression bandage may help to ease discomfort. You are suggested to get clinically examined by an orthopedic specialist. Get blood work outs, urinalysis and imaging tests done to get a detailed study of the pathology that is causing you discomfort. You will be treated accordingly. Stay away from addictions if any. Take balanced home made diet. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician