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I have a partial tear of the femoral insertion of my knee with moderate effusion. how do i treat it?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Recommend not treat yourself. PL see a doc or orthopedic doc. In the meantime try local heat and Ibuprofen. Good luck

Answered 9/26/2023

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