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I am 30. post open splenectomy done(in2008) due to itp that time 40mg steroids taken for 3 yr i hv vit d & calcium deficiency and having unbearable pain just above the knee(upper area) & rest of the legs below knee. what should i do?

Q: i am 30. post open splenectomy done(in2008) due to itp that time 40mg steroids taken for 3 yr i hv vit d & calcium deficiency and having unbearable pain just above the knee(upper area) & rest of the legs below knee. what should i do?

: Use a heating pad to the area, take Ibuprofen if you can and see your MD asap. Hope you feel better

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Use a heating pad to the area, take Ibuprofen if you can and see your MD asap. Hope you feel better

Answered 7/25/2022

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A member asked:

I am 30. post open splenectomy done(in2008) due to itp that time 40mg steroids taken for 3 yr i hv vit d & calcium deficiency and having unbearable pain just above the knee(upper area) & rest of the legs below knee. what should i do?

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