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knee
Hi i'm 17 year old female and I'm pretty active, but recently I discovered that on the lower outside part of my knee there is a bump and its really hard and hurts when I poke it and the rest of my knee hurts when i run and stuff. So i was wondering do you know what that may be? Thanks
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The outside of the r. knee hurting and you still being able to walk and run suggests to me that you have avoided the dreaded ACL and MCL ligament damages. That area contains the collateral ligament, which wraps down under the area you are describing. A twisting injury can cause damage to this ligament but, good news. Ligaments are built like rope with lots of independent fibers. Sounds like you have twisted or even severed a few. This would produce the painful bump you described.
-----Rest
The injured knee must be rested to prevent any further injury.
-----Ice
The damaged area must be cooled by using an ice-pack or a packet of frozen peas. The ice must never come directly into contact with the skin or the patient could get frostbite.
A cloth should be placed between the ice and the skin. Ice can be laid on the affected area for up to 20 minutes every hour, but for no longer than three hours in all.
Ice treatment has been known to be effective for up to 24 hours after the injury occurred.
----Compression
An elasticated support bandage is designed for this purpose. The compression must be firm but not so tight that it interferes with the blood circulation.
------Elevation
The leg must be elevated above heart level if possible. It is most comfortable to lie down and elevate the limb with a few pillows. If you are sitting down, the leg can be raised on a chair or a table. This elevation should be maintained as much as possible for a few days.
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hey there,in my opinion, you should definitely consult a doctor immediately to give you the right medical diagnosis. Don't worry, it might not be anything serious, but at the same time, it might, so to be on the safe side, you should consult a doctor.
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