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Sore Knee, Painful, Tried OTC Medicine. What Is It?
i have a very sore spot i can feel a small lump there inside my right knee painful to touch sometimes get stabbing sharp pain this keeps me awake i have tried various OTC med for pain but none seems to help,doctor wants to try cortisone shot this has been for quite some time doctor says try heating pad also i am at wits end it is painfull thanks Bob
Thu, 26 Jul 2012
Hi welcome to HCMForum. It appears your problem is osteo arthritis. If you are heavy weight reduction is important.
I advise you to consult an orthopedic surgeon. he will diagnise the case after taking c.t.scan. Hi dose injection containing
Vit B1 B6
I advise you to consult an orthopedic surgeon. he will diagnise the case after taking c.t.scan. Hi dose injection containing
Vit B1 B6
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