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What Causes Fluid Accumulation In Knee Joint?
On my right knee it is squishy like there is water underneath it. It is warm to the touch. No bruising is present. It has been like that for about a week. There is minor pain but I can walk on.it and knee on it if I have to but that causes some discomfort. What is it
Tue, 10 Mar 2015
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Fro description it seems to be bursitis.I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.you can take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
Fro description it seems to be bursitis.I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. You may get the X-ray of the area affected under his/her guidance.you can take anti-inflammatory drug like motrin to reduce pain and inflammation.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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