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Last year in august of 2012, i had fallen and had an injury to my knee. recently it has been giving me problems, knee swelling and now down to ankle..

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Dr. David Bailie answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Get checked: Swelling to ankle is unusual for a knee problem. The 2 may be related but may be separate problem. It should be checked asap.

Dr Lovell agreed

Answered 4/6/2014

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A member asked:

Last year in august of 2012, i had fallen and had an injury to my knee. recently it has been giving me problems, knee swelling and now down to ankle..

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Bailie answered

Dr Lovell agreed

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