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A female asked:
i have noticed tht a soft lump has came up under my right side knee whatcould itbe ?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 25 years experience
Is in on the: back side of the knee? if yes, maybe a baker's cyst. Is it under the knee cap? If yes, maybe bursitis. The only way to really know is from medical eval. Take care.
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Surgery: Chondroblastomas of the knee are usually removed surgically. Bone grafting may be required.
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How long will it take to heal a broken knee?
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Dr. Matthew Ennaanswered
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About 3 months: When you say "knee", that could be many types of fractures. If it is a tibial plateau fracture (a fracture of the top part of the tibia), those fractures generally heal in about three months. The healing time can be affected by the health of the patient (smokers and diabetics tend to heal more slowly). Also, the severity of the fracture can impact the healing time. 10-12 weeks is a good estimate.
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A 27-year-old member asked:
How could I know if my knee is broken ?
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Dr. Ray Holtanswered
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Get an x-ray: You should have pain upon weight bearing, and you may have swelling and bruising. It's hard to say though if it's just bruised or broken without an x-ray.
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How can you fix a broken knee?
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A 39-year-old member asked:
How do I tape my knee for hockey?
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Dr. Kenneth Chenganswered
Family Medicine 31 years experience
Depends: Taping of a joint varies based on the desired outcome. Taping to stabilize the patella (kneecap) is different than taping to prevent hyperextension, which is different than taping to stabilize a collateral ligament. This is also a skill that requires much experience to do properly. Consult with your athletic trainer.
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