Question 1

swollen knee. super swollen but no other symptoms. doesn't even hurt, not red, don't remember banging it or twisting it. what do i do?

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It Depends: On what is causing the inflammation in the knee. Common causes include trauma, infection, inflammatory arthritis (gout, pseudogout, ra), meniscal tears, arthritis, and other ligament/tendon tears. A thorough physical examination and x-rays by your internist or orthopaedic surgeon can help narrow down the differential.

Question 2

circular red swollen knee infected hit by plastic be be 12 year old boy - hit by a plastic be be in knee cap

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Hello, : Hello, you describe his knee as red and swollen. Signs of infection include: swelling, erythema (redness), warmth, tenderness, possible drainage, possible red streaks coming from lesions as well as fever, when more advanced. This should be medically evaluated as he may need antibiotics. Take care.

Question 3

hello, i have had a small red bump form in the varicose vein behind my knee, i also have a bruised swollen knee, but not sure if i just bumped it.

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. What you described suggests a venous thrombus. If it does not improve in a couple of days, it would be prudent to see your doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 4

i have got a swollen knee which is very painful particularly after resting and hot burning, aching. need to rest i have difficulty walking?

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Most likely Gout: When you have swelling knee and hot we have to think of 1-infection.2- inflammation.3- arthritis.
Please go to the doctor have check it out
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Question 5

what can i take for a swollen knee?

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Depends: It depends on what is causing it whether it be trauma, inflammatory arthritis, gout, or osteoarthritis.  Have it evaluated to better determine what to do.

Question 6

what should i do about swollen knee?

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Have it evaluated.: Knee swelling can be due to many things such as gout, infection, or due to tendon, cartilage, or bone abnormalities.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 7

how to treat a swollen knee?

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RICE: You should start with rice as a home treatment. After 48-72 hours you may switch to heat (instead of ice). As your pain starts to subside you may add stretching as tolerated, and massage. Once pain is gone, then gently return to activity as your strength and flexibility may need time to recovery after the injury. If these symptoms worsen or persist see your orthopedic physician.

Question 8

what to do about swollen knee pain?

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Some basics: Start with simple icing several times a day and after activity.  Anti-inflammatory medicine for 10 days to 2 weeks and see if this is improving. Reduce your activity level or frequency to calm down the swelling. Give you knee a day or two of rest between exercise days.
Most of all, get examined because their are more rare but serious things that can cause swelling and pain.

Or decrease you.

Question 9

indications to aspirate a swollen knee?

Accepted Answer

Several: 2 most common indications are diagnostic and therapeutic. There are many causes for a knee effusion. Your provider may want to establish a diagnosis to guide treatment recommendations. For example, if you have gouty arthritis, that treatment may differ than that for osteoarthritis. In addition, aspirating a large volume of fluid can make your knee feel better.

Question 10

how soon do you need to drain a swollen knee?

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How much pain r u in: Most swollen joints do not "have" to be drained--it is done to improve mobility and to reduce the large amounts of pain that tend to accompany them. If no pain or other issue, gradual compression could address it. So, depends on pain tolerance and speed of accumulation. Then it's just a needle & you feel so much better! be sure to wrap it after so it doesn't reaccumulate!

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Swollen knee. super swollen but no other symptoms. doesn't even hurt, not red, don't remember banging it or twisting it. what do i do?

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Circular red swollen knee infected hit by plastic be be 12 year old boy - hit by a plastic be be in knee cap

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Hello, i have had a small red bump form in the varicose vein behind my knee, i also have a bruised swollen knee, but not sure if i just bumped it.

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I have got a swollen knee which is very painful particularly after resting and hot burning, aching. need to rest i have difficulty walking?

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