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Knee pain query
It's post delivery 8 and half months ( C sec) I have been experiencing knee pain like a dull discomfort around the patella on and off . Day before yesterday my right knee on just slightly moving the patella it hurt but then that was it and today morning sudden pain in right knee which is lift more sever than what I had throughout like pain on getting up supporting that leg . Kind of clicking . Not sure though. Didn't do anything vigorous nor had a call or injury as far as I know . It's on one side of below patella. What could be the reason ?
Please guide . Need help.Thankyou
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Have u shed weight post delivery? Or your weight is still on the higher side?
Increased weight gain is one of the most common reasons of knee pain.
To start with, u can take a short course of pain medication and icepacks but this is just to tide over the situation temporarily.
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take short course of pain killers, apply ice packs. and work on reducing weight.
Add physiotherapy to your daily routine which includes knee strengthening exercises.
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Post ur recent xray
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Given your age, likelihood of erosion of cartilage underneath patella is a possibility.
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Consult in person
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Dr. Sandeep KM
Orthopedist
11 yrs exp
Bangalore
It's seronegative rheumatism, most common in postpartum period, needs blood tests to confirm and appropriate medications
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Dr. Rajesh Gayakwad
Orthopedic surgeon
21 yrs exp
Mumbai
For an accurate diagnosis, a detailed assessment with clinical examination and proper history followed by appropriate investigations is needed.
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For the treatment or medicines, visit nearest orthopedic surgeon or consult me online.
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
Orthopedic surgeon
6 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Rest
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Powergesic gel application
If not subsiding then get xray done
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Dr. Parteek Bansal
Orthopedic surgeon
8 yrs exp
Gurgaon
As per your history it seems that your knee is developing inflammation.
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take anti inflammatory medications and ice packing
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also get physical examination done that will be much better
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Dr. Lohith N
Orthopedic surgeon
7 yrs exp
Bangalore
It require clinical examination, please consult near by orthopaedian.
Now go for pain management for immediate pain relief
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consultant orthopaedian
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