Knee Pain Overview (cont.)
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When to Go to the Hospital
- If you cannot walk on your knee, you should immediately go to the hospital's emergency department to be evaluated by a doctor because of the possibility of a fracture.
- Many fractures may require immobilization in a specific position or surgery.
- Putting off seeing a doctor may hinder healing.
- Many fractures may require immobilization in a specific position or surgery.
- Other signs and symptoms that demand emergency evaluation:
- Fever (which may
indicate infection)
- Unbearable pain
- Drainage
- Large wounds
- Puncture wounds
- Swelling, if you are on a blood thinner (warfarin or Coumadin) or have a bleeding disorder (such as hemophilia)
- Fever (which may
indicate infection)
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