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A 26-year-old male asked:

Voltaren (diclofenac) gel for knee swelling caused by mcl injury? is it good?

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Dr. Paul Grinanswered

Pain Management 38 years experience

Very helpful: The Voltaren (diclofenac) gel works by reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation.

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Dr. Thomas Nameyanswered

Rheumatology 50 years experience

Yes!: Apply three times daily!

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A 57-year-old male asked:

My doctor prescribed Diclofenac for knee pain after knee surgery. They repaired a torn meniscus, but I still have pain in my MCL. This has been going on for more than a year. Is it safe to keep taking Diclofenac indefinitely?

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A 44-year-old member asked:

My knee is still swollen after my MCL injury. What should I do to make the swelling go down?

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How can I help keep pain and swelling down from my knee dislocation injury. With an fracture and MCL fiber tears?

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A 37-year-old female asked about a 37-year-old member:

Can Voltaren 1% gel cause severe consipation? Im unable to go and only have small pebbles. I take 4 grams on my knee. What can I do? I kinda need it for pain. I cant take it orally due to bad reflux

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Can i use voltaren (diclofenac) gel for TFCC injury?

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