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I got a pain on my knee from last one month while playing it happend and still paining. what to do, i just don't want to go to doctor?

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Rest, ice: Would avoid activities that worsen pain. Would continue normal activities such as walking. Avoid running. Consider icing the area twice a day twenty minutes each time. If note improving, best to see your doctor.

Answered 8/26/2013

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A member asked:

I got a pain on my knee from last one month while playing it happend and still paining. what to do, i just don't want to go to doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sheeja Francis answered

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