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I fell face first on concrete both knees hit the concrete but i think my right knee took most the hit. my right knee has a bruise and when i put pressure on it like driving it hurts. should i go to a doctor?

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Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Simple answer: Yes! You might want to go first to the nearest Emergency facility.

Answered 8/17/2015

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Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

Yes.: See an orthopedic knee specialist, who'll start with x rays, to check for fractures, and to examine your knees for any signs of cartilage/ligament damage.

Answered 4/8/2020

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A member asked:

I fell face first on concrete both knees hit the concrete but i think my right knee took most the hit. my right knee has a bruise and when i put pressure on it like driving it hurts. should i go to a doctor?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Michael Kleerekoper answered

Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

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