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I had a accident and fell down the stairs. movement is really painful. it's also swollen. what could i have done?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Whats swollen? Your: knee or something else? Need more info

Answered 6/14/2016

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A member asked:

I had a accident and fell down the stairs. movement is really painful. it's also swollen. what could i have done?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

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