Knee Swelling
Description
Knee swelling can result from inflammation, infection, allergic reaction, or cancer. Inflammation can be caused by trauma, arthritis, or an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
Symptoms
Pain, swelling, pus, redness.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. Depending on the history an X-ray may be done.
- X-Ray
Treatment
Treatment depends on the cause of the swelling but may include: immobilization, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn), other anti-inflammatory medications, pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol)and/or antibiotics.
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