HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Large Bump Appeared On Knee Cap, Noticed Bruise Around Bumps. What Could Be Going On?

default
Posted on Tue, 7 Aug 2012
Question: Hello, I'm writing for my dad. A large bump/knot suddenly appeared below his knee cap. There is signs of brusing on and around the bump. He does not remember hitting this part of leg hard enough to cause this sudden large bump/knot. Do you know what could be going on?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Aparna Kohli (2 hours later)
Hi XXXXXX
Thanks for writing in.
Your father most likely has a haematoma which could be due to unintended trauma, medications or some other disorder. In order to help you better, I would request you to answer the following questions:
a. IS your father receiving any medication?
b. Does he have any other illness ?
c. Does he use alcohol? If yes, how much?
d. Does he have any other symptoms?
e. Does he have any pain in the legs or feet?

Awaiting your reply
Regards
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Aparna Kohli

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :2009

Answered : 983 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Large Bump Appeared On Knee Cap, Noticed Bruise Around Bumps. What Could Be Going On?

Hi XXXXXX
Thanks for writing in.
Your father most likely has a haematoma which could be due to unintended trauma, medications or some other disorder. In order to help you better, I would request you to answer the following questions:
a. IS your father receiving any medication?
b. Does he have any other illness ?
c. Does he use alcohol? If yes, how much?
d. Does he have any other symptoms?
e. Does he have any pain in the legs or feet?

Awaiting your reply
Regards