What Causes Indentations On Knee Cap?

Posted on Wed, 19 Aug 2015

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Question : My husband has indentations on his knee cap. They appeared out of the blues. He has not leaned on anything to make them. What could cause this?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can be tendonitis or osteoporosis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The indentation on the knee cap can be due to a recurrent injury to the area or tendonitis or osteoporosis. It is best to get an X-ray of the area done to find out if it is related to a bone pathology. A direct examination is needed for proper diagnosis. Do consult your orthopedician for the same.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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