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What Causes Pain And Swelling In The Knee Cap After And Injury?
Hi, I ve had this injury happen about 5 times now and I m 19 years of age and it s never been diagnosed so it s meant I ve never recovered properly. On this latest one I was running up the stairs and I think I might ve caught my foot on the edge of the step and i felt a pop feeling just to the right of my kneecap and then quite instantly very painful. At that point it s hard to walk and once the swelling comes up you can t walk. It s happened 4 times before and appears to be a weakness which I would like to find out what it is.
Tue, 6 Nov 2018
Hello,
Most likely due to ligament injury involving anterior or posterior cruciate ligament.
Though analgesic tablets and spray to apply over the area will provide transient relief, a definite diagnosis with MRI of the knee is a must to proceed for curative steps in your case.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Purva Patel, General & Family Physician
Most likely due to ligament injury involving anterior or posterior cruciate ligament.
Though analgesic tablets and spray to apply over the area will provide transient relief, a definite diagnosis with MRI of the knee is a must to proceed for curative steps in your case.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Purva Patel, General & Family Physician
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