Hi,I am Dr. Carol Rogala (Emergency Medicine). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Hi. I just bumped my knee getting out of the car. Now, I have a huge bump that is purple like a bruise. It looks as if I busted a blood vessel. I have ice on it. Is there anything else I should do? The other day, one busted on my finger and the spot was tender for a few hours, then disappeared. I am beginning to worry that I am missing an important nutrient.
Hello, my suggestion is to reduce mobilizing your knee. Stop keeping ice. Keep leg in elevated position above a pillow. A simple bruise doesnt suggest a nutrient deficiency. Take vitamin b complex supplements, it will help in healing. Hope i have answered your queries. Thank you, have a nice day
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prathap's Response
The purplish bump on your knee is due to heamtoma( blood collection) following trauma. Donot puncture the bump to drain the clot if its small it wll cause infection, just leave it alone it will dissolve on its own. If its big then it should be drained to prevent infection. Easy bruising or bleed like during brushing or minor injury should be looked for, if so then you should be checked for any bleeding disorders. Vitamin A, C, E are commonly involved in healing take lots of green leafy vegetables , carrot, fruits and milk. Milk also contains calcuim which helps in clotting.
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
How To Get Rid Of Bump On My Knee?
Hello, my suggestion is to reduce mobilizing your knee. Stop keeping ice. Keep leg in elevated position above a pillow. A simple bruise doesnt suggest a nutrient deficiency. Take vitamin b complex supplements, it will help in healing. Hope i have answered your queries. Thank you, have a nice day