Question 1

my left knee is very squishy towards the bottom. i limp when i walk, & it's brushing. do you have an idea what's wrong? what can i do? (i'm a dancer!)

Accepted Answer

Prepatellar bursitis: Its difficult to say  without examining you or without further info. When patients complain of a squishy knee especially at the front it often refers to prepatellar bursitis. This is an inflamation of the bursa or protective sac anterior to your knee cap. It can become inflammed when aggravated by hitting it or kneeling on it. Rx is nsaids, padding, possible inj- see your orthopedist.

Question 2

i am a male, 60 y/o, 5' 7" and weight 195 lb. it is about one week that i have pain in my left knee only when i walk down the stairs, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Knee pain: Often knee discomfort on walking down the stairs is an early symptom of osteoarthritis of that knee. I recommend weight reduction to lessen the load on your knees. For diagnosis of osteoarthritis a simple xray  is usually helpful. Taking nsaids like Advil (ibuprofen) can be done as needed. If symptoms worsen see an orthopedic specialist for diagnosis and advice regarding treatment but this sounds mild for now

Question 3

hi doctor, 
my knee hurts when i walk i dont think it is something to do with bones, neithermuscles... i know how they hurt.
for this one, today when ?

Accepted Answer

Knee pain: Knee pain per se may or may not suggest an underlying disease which may include arthritis versus soft tissue changes like meniscus or cartilage injury.  I recommend being seen by an orthopedic surgeon or a rheumatologist for further evaluation and your specific case.

Question 4

is my knee infected? i fell on the street yesterday, and badly scraped my knee. it is painful, need to take painkillers almost 3-4 times a day, hurts when i walk, climb stairs. this pic is one day after i fell. i have been cleaning it, applying antibiotic

Accepted Answer

Based : Based on the photo and your description, the knee is not infected.  You should continue to gently cleanse the knee with soap and water on a daily basis.  You should continue to apply neoporin or other antibiotic cream and a clean sterile bandage such as a bandaide.   Your knee is healing fine.

If the area around the knee becomes angry red, hot to the touch and more painful, you should see your doctor as it may be becoming infected.  You should also see your doctor if you develop a temperature over 100.4 f (38 c) or if you develop shaking chills.

Question 5

knee hurts towards bottom of knee when i straighten it or try to stand on it and walk.   did not injure it.  it is hard to straighten the leg.  not swollen,  sharp and dull pain.  what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

: Based on the limited information we are unable to come to a clear conclusion. , you should see a doctor in person who can examine you.  There are two things that come to mind a problem with the meniscus or the patella tendon. I tend towards the first.

Question 6

i fell down on sidewalk and just below the knee towards the left of the knee is swollen and hurts to walk....what should i do?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest Ice Compression Elevation. If pain and swelling don't improve or worsen, visit your primary care or an urgent care.

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Question 7

i have an abcess above my knee its so painful i can't hardly walk and the pain has spread up my leg toward my groin does this sound like cellulitis?

Accepted Answer

Spreading infection: Cellulitis is when the infection is spreading through the soft tissues under the skin. Infection can also travel by lymphatic vessels. In that case, one would see streaks of red going up from the infected area to the lymph nodes. Both are dangerous situations and require treatment immediately. Please see your doctor asap. If not available, go to the emergency room immediately.

Question 8

why does my knee go out on me when i walk sometimes?

Accepted Answer

Instability?pain?: Instability can cause this.  Also pain can cause this, as can a nerve problem.  Check with a rheumatologist.

Question 9

would you suggest to use total crunch if i have some knee pain when i walk (especially when going uphill)?

Accepted Answer

NotWhatCap'nOrdered: Anything that doesn't over-stress the knees (e.g. hyper-flex under stress) should be fine. To quote an eloquent forum commenter: "That machine is absolute trash. You'll never get enough resistance from it to get any training done... Exercise machines sold on television tend to be bullshit. If you are interested in general fitness try [something else]. IMHO, better to find a trainer to help you .

Question 10

my knee gives out when i walk?

Accepted Answer

You need to be: seen by an orthopedic health care professional. This problem may be able to be addressed with physical therapy alone.

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Why when I walk does one of my knees goes inward toward my other knee

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My left knee is very squishy towards the bottom. i limp when i walk, & it's brushing. do you have an idea what's wrong? what can i do? (i'm a dancer!)

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I am a male, 60 y/o, 5' 7" and weight 195 lb. it is about one week that i have pain in my left knee only when i walk down the stairs, what should i do?

A member asked:

Hi doctor, my knee hurts when i walk i dont think it is something to do with bones, neithermuscles... i know how they hurt. for this one, today when ?

A member asked:

Is my knee infected? i fell on the street yesterday, and badly scraped my knee. it is painful, need to take painkillers almost 3-4 times a day, hurts when i walk, climb stairs. this pic is one day after i fell. i have been cleaning it, applying antibiotic

A member asked:

Knee hurts towards bottom of knee when i straighten it or try to stand on it and walk. did not injure it. it is hard to straighten the leg. not swollen, sharp and dull pain. what could cause this?

A member asked:

I fell down on sidewalk and just below the knee towards the left of the knee is swollen and hurts to walk....what should i do?

A member asked:

I have an abcess above my knee its so painful i can't hardly walk and the pain has spread up my leg toward my groin does this sound like cellulitis?

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Why does my knee go out on me when i walk sometimes?

A member asked:

Would you suggest to use total crunch if i have some knee pain when i walk (especially when going uphill)?

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My knee gives out when i walk?

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