i am 16 years of age and since last year, every now and then my left knee swells up and has like an aching pain. i can't keep this knee bent for a long time as it really hurts. also every 30 minutes i have to straighten my legs and both of them click really loud. is this something i just have to deal with or is there something wrong?
seek medical advice as there are a number of issue that occur to the knee which swelling indicates
A Baker's cyst is a swelling that can develop behind the knee filled with fluid from inside the knee joint.
The sciatic nerve itself does not cause knee swelling. However, compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve can lead to symptoms like pain, numbness, or weakness that may affect the muscles around the knee, potentially causing factors that could lead to swelling. If you are experiencing knee swelling, it's best to consult a healthcare provider for a proper evaluation and diagnosis.
ice and see a doctor
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Swelling after knee replacement surgery is common provided it is not abnormal and in excess. If it is too much then ankle pumping exercises and limb elevation might help. If swelling has condensed then it can create knee stiffness. Hope it helps.
The bursae around the hip joint are deeper, and swelling is not obvious.
If your knuckles are swollen from cracking, you should give them a rest and avoid cracking them further. Applying ice can help reduce swelling and inflammation. If the swelling persists or if you experience pain, consider seeing a doctor for further evaluation and treatment.
Have it checked for infection .
I believe the swelling casued by cracking knuckles is just a myth, I have been cracking them and know people who used to do it or still do it, they never noticed any swelling. Actually when you crack knuckles there is hydrogen and some other gas bubble like substance which actually burst and that is how you hear the crack, so I think that has nothing to with Swelling of fingers or toes
knee swelling and fluid 3 weeks after surgery is due to the healing of the tissues. this can take up to 6 weeks to 8 weeks to settle down. if this is persistent, then infection must be excluded.
I'm going to the doctor tomorrow to have this answered. When I FULLY squat and get back up my knees make the sound of bubble rap popping a 100 times per second. I don't have any pain from it which is the weird thing