• Knee pain?

Hello my name is Matthew. Exactly 8 days ago, my right inner knee began bothering me with pain, stiffness, and swelling. Now it is much worse especially when I first wake up out of bed. Ironically, my right shoulder is painful for about an hour mainly when I attempt to raise it. I did fall about 7 weeks ago but I had no problems until now which may not even be related. If you could just give me your opinion or some advice that I may ask my doctor, I would appreciate it. I'm worried that this may be an autoimmune arthritis disorder because of how it progressed and, I was diagnosed with Guillen Barre Syndrome in 2011 which you obviously know is an immune disorder. Thank You, Matt.

3 Answers

  • Orthopedist
  • Los Angeles, CA

Go and see an experienced Orthopaedic surgeon

  • Orthopaedic Surgeon
  • Atlanta, GA

It is possible that it has a rheumatological cause. It's better to see a rheumatologist first.

  • Orthopedist
  • Huntington, WV

If no injury, then likely inflammation. Motrin and ice may help. A steroid injection would be next. An exam may be needed to see if MRI is needed for cartilage problem. Shoulder could be rotator cuff related.

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