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Pain on left knee and ankle

2018-03-17 04:24:32
I suddenly have pain on left knee and ankle and it doesn't feel pain when walking but has lot if sat or even while sleeping.I wasn't hit by anything and it has started just from last 3 days.Is this some kind of a problem or a general sprain.Any medication required as pain stays for some time and when walked few distance it doesn't feel for some time.
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Hello sir, Pain and swelling increasing with rest and reduced with activity points towards inflammatory arthritis. You would be needing few blood investigations and clinical evaluation. Meet an orthopaedic surgeon ASAP. It'll settle don't worry.
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keep your limbs elevated while lying down, perform complete joint movements before putting weight

Answered2018-03-17 04:34:13

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You need further evaluation. Consult orthopaedic doctor

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