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Kneecap Pain - Diagnosis

2019-05-08 03:35:59
Sustained a knee injury a few days back. Initially tried to walk it off, though the pain didn't reduce. X-ray was done later on. Kindly provide the injury diagnosis.
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X ray shows fracture of the lower pole of patella. A plaster cast fo 4 to 6 wks.  should be adequate.

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Please be seen by a orthopaedician and only then they can advise you properly after clinical examination

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It's patella fracture need evaluation with Orthopedic Surgeon and proper management

Answered2019-05-08 07:59:41

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Seems like undisplaced fracture of the kneecap bone. However final diagnosis can be made after clinical exam and investigation.
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consult an orthopaedic surgeon

Answered2019-05-08 05:30:44

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That is a fracture of your patella ( knee cap bone).
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See an orthopaedic surgeon for clinical examination and further treatment.

Answered2019-05-30 12:02:40

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You need to go for to an orthopedic doctor for a checkup to determine whether or not you need surgery for the fracture of patella Till then,  don't walk around or try to walk it off.

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There is a fracture of patella Need to get examined to decide whether it can be managed with plaster or surgery is required As per x-ray seems like plaster would suffice

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