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What Causes Swelling In The Knee Area?

I was playing basketball on Friday and I did a move where I jump on one leg then jump on the other and I jumped on my left leg first and when I tried to jump to my right leg I heard a loud pop and my knee buckled. I haven t been able to bend it very much and the next morning it was very swollen around my knee. And when I try to walk it feels like I can t control it. It feels very wobbly if you know what I mean. So I was wondering if you would know what it was.
Thu, 24 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling in the knee area due to injury . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like torn ligament, particularly the anterior cruciate ligament , cartilage tear , broken bones or bursitis . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination without any delay to prevent further complications , because the injury is severe . Doctor will examine physically and order CT scan or x-ray . Doctor may give plaster an immobilize the joint or may go for surgery in case severe damage . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant anti inflammatory and vitamin supplement for quick recovery . For now try not to move the joint and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Swelling In The Knee Area?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling in the knee area due to injury . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like torn ligament, particularly the anterior cruciate ligament , cartilage tear , broken bones or bursitis . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination without any delay to prevent further complications , because the injury is severe . Doctor will examine physically and order CT scan or x-ray . Doctor may give plaster an immobilize the joint or may go for surgery in case severe damage . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant anti inflammatory and vitamin supplement for quick recovery . For now try not to move the joint and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari