Question 1

what can i do for now to try to reduce the swelling in my arm? i'm already taking motrin and aleve (naproxen) for pain.

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Cause First: Before a treatment can be offered the cause of the problem has to be diagnosed. There is nothing in your question to explain what or why the swelling has occurred.

Question 2

which is better to reduce knee swelling aleve (naproxen) or aspirin?

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Knee swelling: Both can reduce swelling. Both have side effects on gi, heart, liver, kidney. Aleve (naproxen) may cuse more retained fluid/edema in the legs if you have hypertension.

Question 3

im allergic to naproxen and ibuprofen is there a safe alternate for me to reduce swelling and inflamation?

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Salsalate?: This drug is a derivative of aspirin, but does not have an effect on prostaglandin formation, and is generally safe for people with intolerance to other nsaids.  It also does not hurt the stomach.  Ask your doctor about it!

Question 4

i have swollen cheeks due to piercings. (3rd day) now i dont know which is best to take ibuprofen or naproxen 550mg. which is best to reduce swelling?

Accepted Answer

Ibuprofen: They are essentially cousins.  Ibuprofen starts working more quickly, but doesn't last as long so you have to repeat the dose more often.  Naproxen takes longer to reach it effectiveness, but lasts longer so you don't have to take it as often.    Ice might help more with the swelling.  Are you sure you do not have an infection?   Best wishes to you.

Question 5

aleve (naproxen) for swelling, okay?

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Aleve (naproxen): Depends  on reason for swelling . It is ok for minor swelling from inflammation . Always good to check with your doctor if in doubt.

Question 6

is aleve (naproxen) or advil better for swelling?

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Hard to say: They have comparable effectiveness with adequate dosing.

Question 7

swelling and inflammation in the back of my neck, from hurting it. how to relieve those  symptoms at home? i've been taking aleve (naproxen) and using ice.

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Unfortunately...: Particularly if imaging was done and negative, you will likely be stiff and sore for 3-5 days (some run longer without a muscle relaxer). If longer, or distracting / worsening pain, get rechecked.

Question 8

what helps swelling go down in ankles? they ache and swollen up little. aleve (naproxen) or not? what can i do help prevent it in future?

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Symptom relief-exam: Right now, elevate legs and as they can tolerate it do gentle massage and flex movements of feet ankle calf muscles. Avoid salt , caffeine, alcohol and till swelling goes, limit fluids. Get an exam ASAP to discover cause and follow treatment plan. There are many possible causes - find yours. Avoid OTC drugs that warn about water retention. Good luck.

Question 9

numbness and swelling i've been having an on-going battle with random gout flair ups in my feet, ankles, hands, shoulders and wrists for the past 10 years. i've been taking aleve to help with the pain and swelling. recently, i have experienced swelling, n

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The : The longer a patient has gout, the disease typically will involve more joints.  It generally startes in the lower extremities (feet, ankles, knees), but can involve the upper extremities (hands, wrists, elbows).  Shoulder symptoms are less common, but can be related to gout in some cases.  I would recommend a thorough rheumatologic evaluation.  If  your symptoms are all related to gout, you may need to be on long-term gout medications such as allopurinol.  On the other hand, the symptoms could be related to another type of arthritis (and possible muscle/tendon problems in the shoulder) and should be evaluated by an expert to make this distinction.  Hope this is helpful.

Question 10

mild pain and swelling in arch of right foot, last 2 mon. aleve (naproxen) is not helping. any recommendation?

Accepted Answer

See a podiatrist: This sounds like a localized problem could be trauma, crystal inflammation like gout or even possible fracture. A podiatrist can evaluate and diagnose and treat all.

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What can i do for now to try to reduce the swelling in my arm? i'm already taking motrin and aleve (naproxen) for pain.

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Which is better to reduce knee swelling aleve (naproxen) or aspirin?

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Im allergic to naproxen and ibuprofen is there a safe alternate for me to reduce swelling and inflamation?

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I have swollen cheeks due to piercings. (3rd day) now i dont know which is best to take ibuprofen or naproxen 550mg. which is best to reduce swelling?

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Aleve (naproxen) for swelling, okay?

A member asked:

Is aleve (naproxen) or advil better for swelling?

A member asked:

Swelling and inflammation in the back of my neck, from hurting it. how to relieve those symptoms at home? i've been taking aleve (naproxen) and using ice.

A member asked:

What helps swelling go down in ankles? they ache and swollen up little. aleve (naproxen) or not? what can i do help prevent it in future?

A member asked:

Numbness and swelling i've been having an on-going battle with random gout flair ups in my feet, ankles, hands, shoulders and wrists for the past 10 years. i've been taking aleve to help with the pain and swelling. recently, i have experienced swelling, n

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Mild pain and swelling in arch of right foot, last 2 mon. aleve (naproxen) is not helping. any recommendation?

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