I have been having pain under my knee cap for three days now. As wierd as it sounds the only way that I can describe it is that it feels like I have gas bubbles trapped underneath my knee cap. the pain hasn't gotten worse over the past couple of days but it is still there. It is not really a constant pain mainly when I'm laying down or when I first get up to walk. I don't recall falling down on my knee recently or hitting it on anything, but I suppose it could be possible because I am a clutz. I had a friend tell me to stand on one leg and stretch out the one that is hurting behind my back it doesn't seem to help much. Does this sound familar to anybody? Anybody have any ideas on what it might be. Any feedback would be appreciated.
2007-01-17 04:34:11 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
It sounds like you may have fluid built up or you're starting with arthritis. Trust me, it's possible at any age. A friend of mine has had bad knees for YEARS. The doctor told her it would get better by the time she had turned 18 but he was wrong.....she's now 23 & they're worse. If I were you I'd go to a couple doctors to get some sort of diagnosis on what it could be. When it comes to anything medical it's best to see a doctor & not ask people on here unless they have a medical degree :-p lol. It's better to be safe than sorry.
2007-01-17 04:44:39 · answer #1 · answered by §uper ®ose 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pain Under Knee Cap
2016-09-28 15:02:09 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When y ou say gas bubbles, do you mean you feel pressure or do you mean you feel popping behind the knee cap? Do you feel any swelling?
If you feel swelling in your knee, take a paper cup, fill with water and freeze. After it is frozen, tear the cup from around the ice and use a towel to hold it. Rub the ice in a circular motion on each side of the knee cap. You will experience the ice cold burning sensation of having the ice on your skin for so long, but the coldness NEEDS to penetrate and reach deep inside the knee cap to reduce the swelling inside.
You should consider seeing your doctor. You may have a fluid build up that could be drawn out with a needle and that would relieve any pressure you have. You should also consider having a MRI done to make sure there is not any wear or damage done to the knee cap. Proper treatment is important if you want to avoid corrective surgery.
Best wishes.
2007-01-17 04:42:37 · answer #3 · answered by †♥mslamom♥† 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that the person that said : "you possibly have a condition called Chondromalacia patellae, also known as "Runners knee". This is a common orthopedic condition that refers to softening of the articular cartilage of the kneecap. However this comment is wrong: "My advice, go to the doctors, as this is a common condition it is likely there is a cure and preventive methods to it reaccuring." There is no cure for this condition but there are things that you can do to slow the wearing down of the knee with proper exercises. How do I know that there is no cure I have the condition in both of my knees. My parents brushed off my knee pain that started when i was a teen to growing pains. It was not till i was 16 that i was told i have the condromalasia in both of my knees. Right now as I type this I am recovering from my 6th surgery on my right knee that I had done on Friday. Would it have made a difference if i was treated for the condition sooner I will never know but my advice to you is get to a knee doc and get checked out.
2016-03-14 07:06:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm sorry you are having pain. I have problem knees, so my heart goes out to you. There are many things that could be causing the pain in your knee, so it is best to seek help from your physician. Some things that it could be...
Chondromalacia patella is a common cause of kneecap pain or anterior knee pain. Often called "Runner's Knee," this condition often affects young, otherwise healthy athletes. Chondromalacia is due to an irritation of the undersurface of the kneecap. The undersurface of the kneecap, or patella, is covered with a layer of smooth cartilage. This cartilage normally glides effortlessly across the knee during bending of the joint. However, in some individuals, the kneecap tends to rub against one side of the knee joint, and the cartilage surface become irritated, and knee pain is the result.
Patellar subluxation - The kneecap slides up and down a groove on the end of the femur as the knee bends. This groove is called the patellofemoral articulation. The kneecap is designed to fit in the center of this groove, and slide evenly within the groove--this is called patellar tracking. In some patients, the kneecap is pulled towards the outside of the knee. As this happens, the kneecap does not track centrally within the groove. Also called patellar subluxation, patients who experience an unstable kneecap have a patella that does not track evenly within its groove on the femur.
Patellar tendonitis - the condition that arises when the tendon and the tissues that surround it, become inflamed and irritated. This is usually due to overuse, especially from jumping activities. This is the reason patellar tendonitis is often called "jumper's knee."
Patella fracture - A fracture of the patella is an injury to the kneecap.
Prepatellar bursitis, also known as Housemaid's Knee, is a common cause of swelling and pain above the kneecap. The name Housemaid's Knee for this inflammation of the bursa overlying the patella comes from its association with individuals whose work necessitates kneeling for extended periods of time. Prepatellar bursitis is common in professions such as carpet layers and gardeners.
Arthritis is among the most common causes of knee pain.
Plica syndrome of the knee - The plica on the inside of the knee, called the medial shelf plica, is the synovial tissue most prone to irritation and injury. When the knee is flexed, the plica is exposed to direct trauma, and it may also be injured in overuse syndromes. When the plica becomes irritated and inflamed, the condition called plica syndrome results.
Baker's Cyst, or popliteal cyst, is a collection of fluid in the back of the knee joint. A Baker's cyst is usually a symptom of another problem, or it may be an incidental finding with no significant meaning.
You could have torn cartilage.
There are so many possible causes of your knee pain. It is best if you seek advice from your health care provider. They will probably want to take some x-rays to find out what is going on.
You could try soaking in a warm bath to see if that helps. If it is arthritis, it will help. Good Luck and I hope you find out what is wrong, so you can get pain relief.
2007-01-17 04:51:27 · answer #5 · answered by angel_life_paradise 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it does sound very familiar. i do get it every now and then. sometimes it's worse then others. unfortunately i have no clue on what that could be. since going to a doctor is not an option to me i have to wait the pain out. stretching helps but you need to stretch your leg and hold it that way for about 5-10 minutes, then the pain subsides a little, so it's not like an instant relief. sorry can't help with more information
2007-01-17 04:40:07 · answer #6 · answered by D.J. 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think I know what it is.
Your knee may be growing and the plates are rubbing together. It's called Osgood Slater Disease or something. Don't worry, it's basic growing pains! It'll go away soon. Take a couple advil and relax.
2007-01-17 04:38:32 · answer #7 · answered by Knee 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, I'm not a doctor, but I had arthroscopic surgery on my knee 15 years ago, and now I tense up alittle when it gets cold out, but no further problems....go see your doctor, immediately
2007-01-17 04:51:34 · answer #8 · answered by truth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry your in pain, see a doctor!
2007-01-17 05:18:13 · answer #9 · answered by Domino's Mom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Arthritis. Go see a doctor.
2007-01-17 04:37:37 · answer #10 · answered by actionfolksinger 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋