A 34-year-old member asked:
whats the meaning of trace amount of fluid in my knee joint seen on an mri?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mazen Ghani answered
Radiology 24 years experience
Common finding: Most patients undergoing knee MRI will have a trace amount of fluid in the joint space. This is considered a normal physiologic finding.
5738 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Peter Nefcy answered
Radiology 39 years experience
Not important: There is a small or trace amount of fluid in most joints to lubricate the articular surface. This fluid helps preserve the cartilage and makes motion smoother. If there is a small or trace amount in the knee, this is probably normal. Excessive fluid around the knee is something to worry about, and you should see your doctor for this.
3731 viewsAnswered May 7, 2019
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Similar questions
Lewiston, ME
A 47-year-old female asked:
If a MRI doesn't show anything can I can still have something wrong with shifting and locking of the knee joint? I need help
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Peter Ihle answered
Orthopedic Surgery 54 years experience
Yes, U should B sure: that U have Cn a fellowship trained sports medicine orthopedic surgeon. An exam can B more revealing than the MRI by a few degrees of certainty
1099 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated May 7, 2019
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits
$15 per month
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.