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What Causes Swelling And Heaviness In Knee/ankle?

I have a swollen knee, ankle and knee feel heavy, almost like they are a sleep. I did not injur it that I am aware of. I do walk and run. I weigh 138 lbs at 5ft 4 in. I have taken anti inflamatorys for a week and have iced it. any idea what could be wrong?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello,

It could be arthritis or joint effusion.

As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief.

If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan.

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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What Causes Swelling And Heaviness In Knee/ankle?

Hello, It could be arthritis or joint effusion. As of now, you can use analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like aceclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician