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What Causes Pain And Swelling In Knee Cap After A Fall?
Fall from ladder caused pain and swelling near and on kneecap . This happened. 4 days ago . I have some mobility but swelling still is continuing ice packs are applied periodically I am walking Without assistance bot at times feel that the knee is not stable. My attempt to lift the leg ion its own is not Working from the knee down . Improvement has occured gradually with the help of acetametaphen and especially Ibuprofen but have discontinued due to a 50% kidney function. I am 71 years old 185 lbs an d 5 ft 10 in in height . No other conditions X-rays were taken an no broken bones
Wed, 29 Apr 2020
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The swelling is related to the injury.
I suggest using an anti inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using cold compresses for local application and maintain the knee elevated.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The swelling is related to the injury.
I suggest using an anti inflammatory medication such as Ibuprofen to relieve the inflammation.
I also suggest using cold compresses for local application and maintain the knee elevated.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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