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What Causes Swelling And Purple In The Knees After Walking For Sometime?

i just noticed today my knees were purple after walking thru deep snow chasing my dog. the color fades and comes back all day. i feel fine but seems to be extra fluid on knee caps. never noticed this before. i am 50 and in decent health and shape. any comments for me?
Tue, 14 Mar 2017
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Hello there,
Thanks for your post on HealthcareMagic.
I carefully read your problem and able to find your point of concern.

I think you are suffering from initial stage of knee jont arthritis though you didn't mention about the pain.
Due to overuse of the joint the sign of inflammation like redness, swelling, local temperature, pain will increase.
I think your conditions is for that overuse.

you can try hot and cold compression, if pain present then pain killer like ketotolac, Naproxen, Ibuprofen, along with omeprazole or pantoprazole can use.

If remain unchanged you should consult with a orthopedic doctor who may aspirate the joint fluid for cytological examination, and give intra articular steroid and oother necessary treatment if needed.

I think it will help you.
Wish your goog health.
Regards
Dr. Atiqul
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What Causes Swelling And Purple In The Knees After Walking For Sometime?

Hello there, Thanks for your post on HealthcareMagic. I carefully read your problem and able to find your point of concern. I think you are suffering from initial stage of knee jont arthritis though you didn t mention about the pain. Due to overuse of the joint the sign of inflammation like redness, swelling, local temperature, pain will increase. I think your conditions is for that overuse. you can try hot and cold compression, if pain present then pain killer like ketotolac, Naproxen, Ibuprofen, along with omeprazole or pantoprazole can use. If remain unchanged you should consult with a orthopedic doctor who may aspirate the joint fluid for cytological examination, and give intra articular steroid and oother necessary treatment if needed. I think it will help you. Wish your goog health. Regards Dr. Atiqul