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[patti1118]

Any suggestions for going on 3 weeks of knee swelling/pain?  thought I hyperexteneded my knee but now synvisc 1 shot may be the culprit.  Waiting for xray results, wearing knee brace.  Any thoughts?

[S. Kaul, MD]

Hi there!

Well, without a clinical evaluation it would be difficult to determine the cause of your symptoms. Possibilities that may need to be considered include infections, inflammations such as bursitis, tendonitis, arthritis, degeneration, injuries, growths/ masses etc. An allergic reaction to synvisc is another possibility that may need to be ruled out. I would suggest an evaluation by an orthopedician for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. Meanwhile I would suggest resting the knee. Use of ice-packs/ warm compresses and tylenol/ OTC NSAIDS may also be helpful for relief.
Hope this is helpful.

Take care!

[Sanjivani Wanjari, MD]

HI,
Pain and swelling of the knee which has lasted for three weeks, needs to be investigated. This is due to inflammatory reaction to injury or disease. Collection of synovial fluid in the joint causes the swelling. However the risk of problems with the cartilage or meniscus should be ruled out. Consult an orthopaedic surgeon for an evaluation. Rest, immobilization, anti-inflammatory drugs, injections of steroid into the joint will help.
Take care and good luck.