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What can i take to eliminate inflamation/swelling in my knee?
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Depends: Anti inflammatory medications can help reduce pain and inflammation. Depending on your type of arthritis you may also need a disease modifying medication. You should see a rheumatologist to evaluate and diagnose the cause of your inflammation/swelling so you can get the proper treatment.
Answered 7/29/2015
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NSAIDs work well: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (nsaids), are a mainstay to help mange inflammation and swelling about the knee. Be sure to seek a thorough musculoskeletal evaluation if the otc strength medications do not work somewhat after a 4-6wek trial.
Answered 6/12/2017
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