Question 1

does mild patella chondromalcia cause pressure in back of the knee? what is the treatment for edema within the hoffa fat pad? please help

Accepted Answer

Patella: chondromalacia is a disorder of the ANTERIOR =FRONT Compartement of the knee and by itself does not usually cause pain BEHIND the knee!!

Hope this helpd!
Dr Z

Question 2

does hoffa fat pad impediment cause pain and pressure behind the knee? no bakers cyst what could be the cause had arthroscopic surgery 8 weeks ago

Accepted Answer

NO: So called Hoffa fat pad  syndrome is felt in the FRONT of the knee! You could still be having pain from your recent surgery..check your knee out with your Orthopedic Surgeon!
(Sounds like an EFFUSION "water on the knee"
Hope this is helpful!

Dr Z

Question 3

what causes a pain in the knees?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: Osteo or rheumatoid arthritis, chondromalasia, medial or lateral meniscus tear, collateral ligament tear, intra-articulate hemorrhage from trauma or bleeding disorders,  joint effusion, and osgood schlater syndrome.

Question 4

what can cause really hot knees?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: A "hot" knee would be a sign of inflammation within the knee joint.  Inflammation can cause not only heat, but pain, swelling and sometimes redness.  Recommend an orthopaedic consult for evaluation.

Question 5

could bad knees cause back issues?

Accepted Answer

Yes and vice versa: Weakness of the quadricpeps due to nerve root impingement can cause quadricep      muscle weakness and lead to knee injury. 
Compensating for a bad knee can lead to back injury.

Question 6

what causes your knees to give out?

Accepted Answer

Different causes: "giving out" or weakness of the knees can have different causes.  These can include problems outside the knee joint itself (weak muscles for example) or inside the knee (torn ligaments or cartilage).  See an orthopaedic surgeon to address your individual problem.

Question 7

what causes pain & buckling in the knees?

Accepted Answer

Knee: Arthritis, Torn ligaments, Torn Meniscus, dislocation knee cap, bone fragments in knee, poor quadriceps tone.

Question 8

why does locking your knees cause fainting?

Accepted Answer

Locking Knees: It triggers vasovagal response or postural hypotension, that could fall in bp, which causes fainting.

Question 9

what can cause sudden unexplained pain in the knees?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Meniscal tear, synovitis, cartilage lesion, arthritis...Etc.

Question 10

what can cause your knees to feel like they're on fire?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis: Infection or inflammation due to injury of structures inside the knee. See an orthopedic doctor for an exam.

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