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Hi i had pain in my knee. i used 2%lidocaine ointment to relieve pain but it aggravated. why?

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Below: The only way to answer your question is to find the etiology of the pain. This is impossible without an exam If the pain continues, see your DR

Answered 5/20/2018

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