It is also called a clergyman's knee; inflammation and fluid accumulation are due to chronic stress. Treatment includes the use of NSAIDS, ice packs, and physical therapy.
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What does a soft squishy goose egg-type bump on my knee with little pain indicate?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a giant goose egg-type bump on my knee. It is super soft and squishy. It is not itchy, but it is warm to the touch, like fluid under the skin. The pian is minimal, but the knee does feel slightly unstable. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It looks like it is either a cyst or patellar bursitis. Both are conditions where fluid accumulates in space below the skin, over the joint, or within the joint space. It could be infected sometimes, as I could see (attachments removed to protect the patient's identi... Read Full »
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