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My kneecap is extremely swollen and i have a dark concerning bruise behind me knee?

Q: my kneecap is extremely swollen and i have a dark concerning bruise behind me knee?

: You seem to have a hematoma and it would be prudent to see a doctor to ascertain the cause of abnormal bleeding. Are you taking any blood thinners, including aspirin? If you are taking aspirin, please avoid that.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

You seem to have a hematoma and it would be prudent to see a doctor to ascertain the cause of abnormal bleeding. Are you taking any blood thinners, including aspirin? If you are taking aspirin, please avoid that.

Answered 7/28/2021

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Dr. Alexander Sah answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

Sounds like a trauma of some sort to cause the swelling and bleeding. Obtain an evaluation to find the cause.

Answered 7/30/2021

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My kneecap is extremely swollen and i have a dark concerning bruise behind me knee?

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