Question 1

how do you get rid of water on the knee?

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Treat the cause: First see a doctor for evaluation and a diagnosis as to why the fluid is forming. The underlying cause must be treated for the fluid accumulation to resolve.

Question 2

how can i get rid of water on the knee naturally?

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Joint effusion: It sounds like you are talking about a an "effusion" or build up of inflammatory cells and fluid around your knee.  The treatment of "water" on your knee varies with the cause.  If arthritis is the cause, Acetaminophen or a NSAID may help.  Sometimes, your doctor can use a needle to drain this fluid.  Rarely, the fluid is secondary to an infection and requires antibiotics.  See your doctor.

Question 3

how does someone get rid of joint effusion in the knee?  if someone has a knee effusion is a mri accurate?  please explain i don't know what to do?

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Several ways.: Sometimes a joint effusion my resolve on its own or with ice and anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids). If the effusion is large, it may need to be drained with a needle (arthrocentesis). Mri is the best way to detect a joint effusion.

Question 4

a pot of boiling water accidentally poured on my leg, where my new tattoos are and it burns, is there any cream to get rid of the burns?

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Maybe: Yellow mustard will pull the heat out.  Zinc cream otc will help healing.  Silvadine cream by rx is very good for burns.

Question 5

how to get rid of dark knees?

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Difficult: Your dermatologist can prescribe a urea cream that will help. Weight loss may help you also.

Question 6

is it possible for me to get rid of my knocked knees? i'm 16.

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Knock knees: Knock knees,or genu valgum,are a little more difficult to treat at your age.You probably still have some growth left,but how much bracing would help you is hard to determine.I suggest seeing an orthopaedic specialist.Surgical options are available depending on the degree.Wearing arch supports,keeping your weight down,physical therapy may help in mild cases but only to help prevent cartilage wear

Question 7

how to get rid of knee pain?

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Get it evaluated: Determining the cause of the knee pain is the first step. Get the knee evaluated.

Question 8

how to get rid of a stiff knee?

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Varies: It varies somewhat based upon the specific cause.  In a 21 year old with no complaints in other joints, the bigger question is why is one of your knees stiffer than the other.  Warmup, stretches, and anti-inflammatories would be ways to try to treat it; or consider being thoroughly evaluated to determine the root cause.

Question 9

can you tell me how to get rid of knee pain?

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See details: First of all you have to determine the cause. Then you will know the treatment. See a rheumatologist or orthopedist.

Question 10

how can i get rid of my constant sharp knee pain?

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Knee pain: The knee can be caused by arthritis, ligament injury, tendon tears, muscle strain ...  The treatment of knee pain depends on the cause of knee pain.
Please see your doctor for a comprehensive evaluation and treatment.

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