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Hi i have water on the knee and i leaned on it this morning. i felt a pop and it felt like the water went under my muscle above the knee. what should i do?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Exam needed: Fluid in the knee is often due to prepatella bursitis. Its possible that the bursa ruptured. See an orthopedic surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. Try to avoid complications.

Answered 12/28/2019

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A member asked:

Hi i have water on the knee and i leaned on it this morning. i felt a pop and it felt like the water went under my muscle above the knee. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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