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My knee and leg hurt constantly and when i am on it a lot it feels like an abscess also tender to touch this has been going on for about two months
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RICE: Try using Ibuprofen and tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain management. Ibuprofen 800mg three times daily should be tried for 7-10 days. Also try ice for 15 minutes 3-4 times a day for swelling, may use compression of the joint.
Answered 10/24/2017
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