Hello I m 14 years old and for a couple weeks now I have been having knee pain . A squishy lump appeared right beside my knee cap but is only visible when flexing or bending the knee completely. The pain is very minor o the lump specifically, but my knee itself does hurt. My trainer said I have tendinitis, is that what this lump is caused by?
Thu, 29 Jan 2015
Pathologist and Microbiologist, Dr. S. Samanta's Response
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.
Well, I also agree with your trainer; this kind of symptoms generally relates to sprains/tears of tendon or ligaments due to strenuous exercises!
There could be some loose bodies, synovial fluids or minor injury to patella, muscle or the tendons!
I also suggest you to go for a X-ray / CT scan microbiological/cytological test of the secretion for confirmation and to relieve your concerns!
Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Wishing you good health.
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What Is The Lump Near My Knee?
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM. Well, I also agree with your trainer; this kind of symptoms generally relates to sprains/tears of tendon or ligaments due to strenuous exercises! There could be some loose bodies, synovial fluids or minor injury to patella, muscle or the tendons! I also suggest you to go for a X-ray / CT scan microbiological/cytological test of the secretion for confirmation and to relieve your concerns! Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.