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What Causes Itchy Rash On Knee And Ankle Post Injury From A Fall?

In late May I fell down a few steps at a hotel (I was attending a meeting away from home). Landed on my knee and ankle. That leg swelled up over the next couple of hours, became very painful, and turned red. I treated it with ice packs that evening and gradually it felt better but still hurt, and itched. The following week visited my PCP who ordered an x-ray (no indication of serious injury) and prescribed limited activity for a bit. The swelling gradually subsided over the next 2 weeks but never completely, and the leg stayed red and continued to itch. Last week I contacted my PCP again and he has referred my to an orthopedist who I ll be seeing in a couple of days. However, over the last few days the rash/itch seems to have spread to my other leg, and to my arms. None of those were involved in the original injury. What s up with that?
Tue, 25 Aug 2020
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Hi,

I do see that you have already consulted a practitioner who advised you to consult a ortho-pediatrician. I suggest to visit him without a delay. As explained by you, there may be a soft-tissue injury, which can be equally painful. However, the spread of rash to the other areas is a matter of concern. This might be because of an allergy or some other conditions, a physical examination is essential in this scenario. Please visit a senior practitioner and get a detailed examination done. Also, carry a copy of the X-Ray that was performed. Your doctor might also suggest some more tests as and when needed.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Divye Omita (DO), Psychologist
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What Causes Itchy Rash On Knee And Ankle Post Injury From A Fall?

Hi, I do see that you have already consulted a practitioner who advised you to consult a ortho-pediatrician. I suggest to visit him without a delay. As explained by you, there may be a soft-tissue injury, which can be equally painful. However, the spread of rash to the other areas is a matter of concern. This might be because of an allergy or some other conditions, a physical examination is essential in this scenario. Please visit a senior practitioner and get a detailed examination done. Also, carry a copy of the X-Ray that was performed. Your doctor might also suggest some more tests as and when needed. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Divye Omita (DO), Psychologist