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What Causes Lump On Top Of Knee After A Fall?

I fell about a month ago on my knees. Only had some bruising and soreness at the time. The last few weeks I noticed a small les sized lump under the skin on top of my knee. I also notice when I brest deep it causes pain in that ares each time. Not sure what it is: just was wondering if it could be s bloc clot?
Thu, 1 Oct 2015
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Hello,
It is unlikely to be a blood clot on top of your knee. It could be a cyst or some scar tissue. Try some warm compresses on it and if it does not resolve or if itis enlarging, see a doctor right away.
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What Causes Lump On Top Of Knee After A Fall?

Hello, It is unlikely to be a blood clot on top of your knee. It could be a cyst or some scar tissue. Try some warm compresses on it and if it does not resolve or if itis enlarging, see a doctor right away. Regards