do lots of people get lower leg swelling, or is it unusual?

Question

I recently injured my leg by a fall and i now am experiencing a lot of swelling above knee on my lower thigh what can cause this, I have pain in knee?

Answer 1

Common: It's common, however, you should be evaluated by your doctor as it can be caused by many different issues. Best to seek urgent evaluation if swelling severe and started suddenly.

Answer 2

Very common: The reason for it needs diagnosed by a doctor.

Answer 3

Possible meniscus: You need to be seen by an orthopaedic surgeon to evaluate your knee for a possible meniscus tear. You need an exam and an mri. If torn, arthroscopic surgery can trim the tear and improve your symptoms quickly. This is a picture of your meniscus seen here. It is the shock absorber between the femur and the tibia cartilage surfaces. This one is normal.

Answer 4

Many possibilities: The description isn't enough to be conclusive but these symptoms could be from bursitis, arthritis, meniscus year, or sprain/strain. See your doctor for an exam and treatment plan. Meanwhile, rest and ice may help.

Answer 5

No: Try to massage the hamstring with a roller and stretch the muscle gently as much as possible.

Answer 6

Exam needed: Runner's knee is a term used to refer to a number of medical conditions that cause pain around the front of the knee . These conditions include anterior knee pain syndrome, patellofemoral malalignment, and chondromalacia patella. Some call lateral knee pain, it band irritation runners knee. Simple education, exercise, and footwear may be all that is needed while some need more agressive treatment.

Answer 7

Things to consider. : Your son is 11 years of age and he is due to have a tetanus booster at this age. As for the shin cut, hopefully it was cleaned with hydrogen peroxide and treated with an antibiotic ointment. The best thing to do is to schedule an appointment with his pediatrician or family physician to get his shot and check on his cut.

Answer 8

Clean it well: Your son likely had a tetanus booster at 4-5 or before school entry which should provide adequate basic protection.U can call dr in am & verify (you have ~ 24hrs.) if he was not kneeling in the dirt when cut he is at lower risk.Clean out the cut with soap & water & monitor for swelling, redness or discharge. Have checked if these become troublesome.

Answer 9

Folliculitis: I'd say one of the most common causes of what you're describing is folliculitis which is inflammation around the hair follicles. These can be red with tiny whiteheads, and often appear after shaving, scratching, or even vigorous rubbing from clothes like jeans. Sometimes it takes a course of antibiotics to clear it up. Hope this helps!

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