KNEE PAIN

 

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WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR KNEE PAIN

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • You feel weak or very sick

  • Severe pain (can't stand or walk)
  • Fever and swollen knee joint
  • Redness of skin around knee
  • Pain or swelling in one calf

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

  • You think you need to be seen

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If

  • You have other questions or concerns
  • Swollen knee joint
  • Fluid-filled sack just below knee cap
  • Limping
  • Symptoms interfere with work or school
  • Knee pain persists longer than 7 days
  • Knee pain is a recurrent problem

Self Care at Home If

  • Mild knee pain and you don't think you need to be seen

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

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Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 8/2004

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