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Suggest Treatment For Painful And Bruised Knee

I have medium-sized bruises on my knees from a tumble I took. One of the two is still in a lot of pain 5 days after the trauma and is painful to be on my knees or touch the bruised area. Is this something that is normal or should I have a doctor look at it?
Mon, 18 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stabbing pain in left flank. Well bruises that appear on the shin or knee may come from bumping the area on a doorframe, bed frame, a post, or a chair without noticing. I would suggest you to use an ice pack to reduce swelling twice for 15 minutes , take proper rest , keep your leg elevated while lying down and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. If condition doesn't get better then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may drain the hematoma , prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Painful And Bruised Knee

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stabbing pain in left flank. Well bruises that appear on the shin or knee may come from bumping the area on a doorframe, bed frame, a post, or a chair without noticing. I would suggest you to use an ice pack to reduce swelling twice for 15 minutes , take proper rest , keep your leg elevated while lying down and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. If condition doesn t get better then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may drain the hematoma , prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari