The predominant condition developed in the knee is a swollen knee. A swollen knee is a result of excessive fluid accumulation. The condition also has another name called ‘water on the knee.’ The doctor may refer to it as effusion.
The swollen knee could be a result of an injury, disease or there could be some other underlying condition responsible for it.
Injuries that lead to fluid buildup around the knee are as listed below:
Ligament tear, especially a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
Meniscus (cartilage) tear
Broken bones
Overuse related irritation of the knee
Infection
Gout
Pseudogout
Rheumatoid arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Cysts
Bursitis
Tumours
Other factors, which make an individual more susceptible to developing a swollen knee, are age, obesity and heavy involvement in sporting activities.
Indicators of the swollen knee include the following traits:
Swelling: The skin covering the knee noticeably bulges. It can be ascertained by comparing with the normal knee of the other leg.
Pain: There may be pain associated with the bulge, such that it is difficult for the patient to bear weight on that leg.
Stiffness: The fluid buildup in the knee prevents the leg from completely extending or bending to its normal capacity.
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