Question 1

can lower lymphocyte be caused by physical stress? my knee has been in pain and swollen. my lymphocyte level was low 12.3%. my absolute lymphocyte is normal though.what could that possibly indicate? i didnt know if my injury and levels were related

Accepted Answer

See below: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests.

Question 2

knee is in a lot of pain but only when she bends the knee or when she pushes on a spot just above her kneecap. no specific injury or stress . whats up?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like : Tendinitis or arthritis. Let her try otc motrin, ace wrap and warm packs application for now. If pain gets worse and range of motion is decreased, she needs to see her dr for a thorough exam. Take care!

Question 3

i am experiencing knee pain, difficulty walking, knee swelling, and knee injury as a result of fainting. it hurts to stretch or put any stress on my legs on both sides?

Accepted Answer

Knee injuries: You may have sustained contusons of both knees,  but the presence of swelling is concerning and, I feel, warrants an evaluation preferably by an orthopedic specialist so that appropriate testing, treatment and follow-up care is obtained. Traumatic bursitis with effusion, linear fracture of patella or other bones, bleeding into the joint are possibilities.

Question 4

does acl deficiency puts more stress on other knee ligaments (pcl, mcl, lcl)? is there a risk of injury to these ligaments?

Accepted Answer

ACL-deficient knee: The short answer is yes!  an acl-deficient knee is inherently unstable and thus will allow "wobble" (or hypermobility) - similar to loose lug-nuts on your car's wheel.  If you completely remove 1 of the lug-nuts you'll increase the stress of all the others that are trying to stabilize the structure.

Question 5

can a knee injury/weight gain lead to a metatarsal stress fracture?

Accepted Answer

Stress fracture: A knee injury or weight gain alone won't cause a metatarsal stress fracture.  What they will do is put added stress on the foot/feet.  Overtime, if nothing changes, stress fractures can develop.

Question 6

i've been very stressed with work, and today it was very bad. i've come home and my knees are very achy and throbbing. could this be related?

Accepted Answer

Excess stress: Excessive stress and anxiety can cause any number of physical symptoms. Your description sounds like you probably had some adrenaline pumping today at work. Your stiffness now could be related to that. Like after you've gone running when you haven't trained for it. Rest today, elevate your legs. You may be sore tomorrow too. Try some ibuprofen or a heating pad.

Question 7

i get intermittent kneww pain, specially when i put stress on it during a prolonged bent or stretched knee. night sever stretch pain that wakes me up?

Accepted Answer

? Osteoarthritis: This could be due to osteoarthritis but other causes of joint/knee pains should be ruled out. Please see a doctor.

Question 8

stress reaction in side of knee. took 2 weeks off in february then ran once a week. now ive had 2 more weeks off and knee feels good. do you think i can start running?

Accepted Answer

Try it: Since all knee discomfort has resolved, I would try running but start slowly and for shorter distances. Increase both as tolerated. If knee  symptoms recur, consult an orthopedic specialist for evaluation and advice.

Question 9

i have a tore a ligament due to stress on it before 2years its the middle one in the knee so i was instructed to not to bicycle so can i now?????

Accepted Answer

Yes if it healed: You can if it is healed by now.Ask your Doctor if it is ok to bicyle now

Question 10

i rub hand soap on my knee when i get stressed, is that weird?

Accepted Answer

Whatever: works to relieve your stress without hurting you is not weird!

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Can lower lymphocyte be caused by physical stress? my knee has been in pain and swollen. my lymphocyte level was low 12.3%. my absolute lymphocyte is normal though.what could that possibly indicate? i didnt know if my injury and levels were related

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Knee is in a lot of pain but only when she bends the knee or when she pushes on a spot just above her kneecap. no specific injury or stress . whats up?

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I am experiencing knee pain, difficulty walking, knee swelling, and knee injury as a result of fainting. it hurts to stretch or put any stress on my legs on both sides?

A member asked:

Does acl deficiency puts more stress on other knee ligaments (pcl, mcl, lcl)? is there a risk of injury to these ligaments?

A member asked:

Can a knee injury/weight gain lead to a metatarsal stress fracture?

A member asked:

I've been very stressed with work, and today it was very bad. i've come home and my knees are very achy and throbbing. could this be related?

A member asked:

I get intermittent kneww pain, specially when i put stress on it during a prolonged bent or stretched knee. night sever stretch pain that wakes me up?

A member asked:

Stress reaction in side of knee. took 2 weeks off in february then ran once a week. now ive had 2 more weeks off and knee feels good. do you think i can start running?

A member asked:

I have a tore a ligament due to stress on it before 2years its the middle one in the knee so i was instructed to not to bicycle so can i now?????

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I rub hand soap on my knee when i get stressed, is that weird?

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