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I Have A Lump Behind My Right Knee. It Is
Question: I have a lump behind my right knee. It is somewhat painful when I flex it. My concern is that I sit all day and it might be a blood clot.
I just came back from a long walk and noticed it about half an a hour after I sat down at my desk.
I just came back from a long walk and noticed it about half an a hour after I sat down at my desk.
Brief Answer:
It could be a Bursa
Detailed Answer:
Hi
As per your description, it could be a Bursa.
There will be Communication to the knee joint.
It becomes painful if it is infected.
Spontaneous collection of Blood leading to Haematoma is rare.It can happen in Coagulation disorders.
Ultrasound/Colour Doppler of the area will give a Clue.
Please consult a Surgeon/Orthopedician and proceed further.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,i will clarify further.
Wish you good Health
Regards
It could be a Bursa
Detailed Answer:
Hi
As per your description, it could be a Bursa.
There will be Communication to the knee joint.
It becomes painful if it is infected.
Spontaneous collection of Blood leading to Haematoma is rare.It can happen in Coagulation disorders.
Ultrasound/Colour Doppler of the area will give a Clue.
Please consult a Surgeon/Orthopedician and proceed further.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions,i will clarify further.
Wish you good Health
Regards
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