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What Causes Pain And Fluid Retention Behind The Knees?

My right knee started hurting about a week ago. It feels like there is fluid behind the knee. When I straightened it out and put heat or cold on it, it feels better until I get up and move it again or bend it. It started when I was getting up out of chairs that were low to the ground. I also have popping and some grinding in that knee. I m taking Celebrex and Tramadol for the intense pain. I ve been on vacation these last two weeks and heading home tomorrow. I have a 10 hour drive but I will be staying somewhere along the way. Should I get it checked before I go or get it checked when I get back home?
Thu, 18 May 2017
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take xray knee joint and get knee clinically examined by surgeon. take nasids and apply kneecap. it is better you get checked before going. can take analgesic ointment and apply externally. get reviewed after one week. advised rest for at least one week.
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What Causes Pain And Fluid Retention Behind The Knees?

take xray knee joint and get knee clinically examined by surgeon. take nasids and apply kneecap. it is better you get checked before going. can take analgesic ointment and apply externally. get reviewed after one week. advised rest for at least one week.