Question 1

if you have fluid on the knee will it go away on its own?

Accepted Answer

Effusion: Unclear. Fluid on the knee (effusion) can come from a number of causes and some times it will go away without treatment other times it won't.  The most common causes of fluid in the knee are an acute traumatic injury, meniscal tears and forms of arthritis or cartilage lesions.  Effusions from trauma can resolve on their own provided that they have not caused a meniscal tear or cartilage injury.

Question 2

what to do or what's wrong when there's alot of fluid on the knee and a little painful?

Accepted Answer

Aspiration: It depends on the cause of accumulation and amount and associated conditions. 
But if it is significant and painful and you are not taking any Blood thinner, at least for the symptomatic relief the fluid can be aspirated by your doctor.
 Continue takin Ibuprofen unless it is acute and Traumatic, then you need immediate attention to make sure there is no Blood. Apply Ice too. Rest.

Question 3

how to rid fluid on the knee?

Accepted Answer

TAP: A needle is introduced in knee joint and fluid is drawn out. Very simple procedure.

Question 4

severe knee pain with fluid on the knee for about 1 month.  have no insurance what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Rest: Rest, ice and elevate as much as possible.

Question 5

how can i get rid of fluid on the knee?

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Go to Dr.: Try elastic support either with knee elastic brace or wrapping with ace bandages, but most likely you need aspiration of the fluid with a needle/ syringe  done by a rheumatologist, an orthopode ( especially if the knee was operated) or a pcp (primary care physician )that feels comfortable doing it. Apply cold if recent injury, warm if chronic. Also r.I.C.E. (rest, immobilization, cold, elevation).

Question 6

can cyst show up in the front knee or only in the back part of the knee (in children)?

Accepted Answer

Baker's Cyst: I believe you are referring to a Baker׳s cyst which is normally located behind the knee

Question 7

my knee seems to swell and it hurts. my husband tells me its fluid on the knee. what can i do to stop it from swelling up on me?  how can i stop pain?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Your doctor can examine your knee to determine what is causing the pain and swelling . You may need an xray. Once the cause is determined the doctor can come up with a treatment plan to help reduce the pain and swelling.

Question 8

how do i naturally get rid of fluid on the knee? there is no pain in the knee

Accepted Answer

Go see your doctor: But first, there's supposed to be fluid in your knee. Synovial fluid acts as a shock absorber of sorts so you really don't want to get rid of it. Second, why do you want to mess around w/your knee if it doesn't hurt? Better to leave well enough alone. Bottom line, go see your family doctor and explain in full detail what's going on and what's on your mind that concerns you about your knee.

Question 9

i have had xrays on my left knee to see what is wrong with it due to it being swollen and hurting back in july. i was diagnosed with have patella in both knees. after physical therapy, my swelling went down - but now its back when i am moving a lot. it doesnt hurt but there is a lot of fluid on the knee and it seems to go away when i work out. but swells when im doing daily activities: walking, etc. wondering if i need to go back to the doctor or continue pt exercises

swollen left knee?

Accepted Answer

Knee problems:  The word patella means knee cap. So perhaps part of the name of your condition is missing. Physical therapists often teach you how to do particular exercises correctly so that you can continue to do them on your own. So, continued home physical therapy may be a go thing.  If you sitll see the physical therapist - make that person aware of how your symptoms are doing. If you no longer attend physi

Question 10

what can i do to get this fluid off my knee?

Accepted Answer

See answer: Start with rice-rest/ice/compression/elevation, and if the fluid/swelling does not resolve, than you need to see a dr. For an evaluation and possible knee aspiration.

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