Why do I get sharp knee pain that worsens while walking?

Question

Hello doctor,

I am a 16-year-old girl, 178 cm in height and weighing 70 kg. I have knee problems, and I am afraid it is an actual injury this time. It is a sharp stinging pain that comes and goes. There is a swelling that comes and goes as well. It does not leave in rest, but it gets worse while walking.

Answer 1

Hello,

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Since when are you suffering from this knee pain? Have you done any activity like running, bending exercises, or sitting a long time on the floor by folding your legs which caused jerks? Apply Diclofenac ointment and cover it with a cloth for 10 minutes. Clean it with warm water following hot water fomentation. Repeat this twice a day, and the pain will reduce. If the pain lasts more than a week, then go for an x-ray and vitamin D3 test and follow up with reports. Avoid standing or sitting on the floor for a few days.

Thank you.