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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Right Knee?

For the pass 6 Weeks My right knee is swollen and painfull. Did X ray, CT scan, Arthroscopic, find some crystals.They gave me Colchicine 500 tablets for 3 weeks (gout) Was no gout. Finally they refer me to a Rheumatologic. I ask to see a Rheumatologic with out success. All are tu busy until Middle December I m in pain, Can you HELP?
Thu, 3 Nov 2016
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Hi & Welcome.
I can understand your concern.

After having gone through your history, I am of the opinion that you seem to be suffering from a joint condition called "Pseudogout".

It is a form of arthritis characterized by sudden, painful swelling in one or more of your joints. The most commonly affected joint is the knee. It is due to deposition of calcium pyrophosphate crystals within a joint.

You need to undergo certain lab tests such as CBC, ESR, serum uric acid, X ray of the knee joint, C reactive protein, Rh factor, ASO titre, etc. after consulting your rheumatologist.

Meanwhile

1. Take over-the-counter NSAIDs, such as Ibuprofen of Naproxen sodium for the symptomatic relief.
2. Rest the joint. Try not to use the affected joint for a couple of days.
3. Apply ice. Cold packs can help reduce the inflammation associated with flare-ups.

Hope the advice given above would benefit you.
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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Right Knee?

Hi & Welcome. I can understand your concern. After having gone through your history, I am of the opinion that you seem to be suffering from a joint condition called Pseudogout . It is a form of arthritis characterized by sudden, painful swelling in one or more of your joints. The most commonly affected joint is the knee. It is due to deposition of calcium pyrophosphate crystals within a joint. You need to undergo certain lab tests such as CBC, ESR, serum uric acid, X ray of the knee joint, C reactive protein, Rh factor, ASO titre, etc. after consulting your rheumatologist. Meanwhile 1. Take over-the-counter NSAIDs, such as Ibuprofen of Naproxen sodium for the symptomatic relief. 2. Rest the joint. Try not to use the affected joint for a couple of days. 3. Apply ice. Cold packs can help reduce the inflammation associated with flare-ups. Hope the advice given above would benefit you.