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Swelling below my knee slightly to the left side. started as minor pain a few days ago. got worse. elevation, low doses aspirin or ibuprofen helps. ?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Requires exam: to rule out an effusion ( fluid in the joint space ) . Please consult your pCP or get seen at UC clinic. Ibuprofen will only help for tissue inflammation or irritation.

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Swelling below my knee slightly to the left side. started as minor pain a few days ago. got worse. elevation, low doses aspirin or ibuprofen helps. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Feola agreed

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