Knee Pain
Alternate Names : Pain in the Knee, Arthralgia of the Knee
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
When a person complains of knee pain, the healthcare provider will ask questions such as:
exactly where the pain is located
when the pain started
the type of pain, such as sharp, dull, or throbbing
whether the pain is constant or only occurs sometimes
whether there has been any injury to the painful area
whether anything makes the pain better or worse
whether there is any difficulty in bending the affected knee or knees
whether or not there has been any other symptoms, such as swelling, skin rash, or fever
what other medical conditions a person has, if any
what medications, drugs, or herbs a person takes, if any
Other questions may also be asked in some cases.
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