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Do i see an orthopedic surgeon if i think i have an mcl tear?
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It depends.: If it is painful but tolerable, you can give it a few days to see how it does. Try "rice" which is short for "rest, ice, compression, & elevation". If it stays sore and swollen, there are mechanical symptoms of giving way or locking, or you are unable to fully flex or extend it; you should probably have it evaluated.
Answered 6/16/2012
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Yes: That is the correct specialty.
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Yes. Find a-: -fellowship trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon. That's where U will get the best care as well as the correct diagnosis.
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