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Suggest Treatment For Swelling Below The Knee

Hi. I have a swollen area just below my left knee. Just appeared as a got out of bed this morning. Seems like there is fluid in there as well. The swelling is about one inch in diameter. I have not fallen or injured it recently. Any thoughts on what it is?
posted on Wed, 20 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling below the knee. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like ganglion , lymphadenopathy , infection , bakers cyst, sebaceous cyst , varicose vein or knee injury. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses , knee your leg elevated while sleeping and take ibuprofen or acetaminopehn for pain . Do not massage it . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination .Doctor may prescribe antibiotics at least for 5 days along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend surgical removal of cyst. Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for blocked vein .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling Below The Knee

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling below the knee. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like ganglion , lymphadenopathy , infection , bakers cyst, sebaceous cyst , varicose vein or knee injury. I would suggest you to apply warm compresses , knee your leg elevated while sleeping and take ibuprofen or acetaminopehn for pain . Do not massage it . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination .Doctor may prescribe antibiotics at least for 5 days along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also recommend surgical removal of cyst. Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for blocked vein . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari