Hi,I am Dr. Shanthi.E (General & Family Physician). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
What Does Severe Pain In The Knees After An Injury Indicate?
I twisted my knee and found myself kneeling on the ground.the next day I had large purple splotches on my calf and front ankle. An echocardiogram.? Showed no bloodclot but the physician says there could be a embolism. It hurts like the devil. She says warm compresses but it, Isalreadyverywarm. Any ideas?
Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Swelling, pain and redness following trauma can be indicative of ligament or cartilage injury to knee. MRI knee is require to confirm the diagnosis. Meanwhile, take Advil for pain. Apply cold compress Take adequate rest.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
I find this answer helpful
1 Doctor agrees with this answer
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
What Does Severe Pain In The Knees After An Injury Indicate?
Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Swelling, pain and redness following trauma can be indicative of ligament or cartilage injury to knee. MRI knee is require to confirm the diagnosis. Meanwhile, take Advil for pain. Apply cold compress Take adequate rest. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.