🦵 Knee Swollen — What It Means
A swollen knee (also called knee effusion) happens when excess fluid builds up in or around the knee joint.
⚠️ Common Causes
- Injury (twist, fall, ligament strain)
- Overuse (too much walking, running, standing)
- Arthritis (wear-and-tear or inflammation)
- Infection (less common but serious)
- Gout (uric acid buildup causing sudden swelling)
🔍 Symptoms
- Puffiness around the knee
- Stiffness or difficulty bending
- Pain (mild to severe)
- Warmth or redness
🏠 What You Can Do (Mild Cases)
- Rest the knee
- Apply ice (15–20 minutes, 2–3 times daily)
- Elevate your leg
- Use a compression bandage
- Take pain relievers (if safe for you)
🚨 When to See a Doctor
- Severe pain or can’t put weight on it
- Sudden swelling after injury
- Red, hot knee with fever
- Swelling lasting more than a few days
✅ Quick Tip
👉 If swelling came suddenly and is painful, don’t ignore it—get it checked.
👉 If it’s mild and from strain, it often improves with rest and ice.
If you want, tell me how it started (injury, gradual, pain level) and I can help you figure out the likely cause 👍
