“How long does a swollen knee last?”
I am a 29 year old male. I have a swollen knee. How long does a swollen knee last?
5 Answers
It can last a few days. If it occurs more than once or is associated with significant pain you may want to be seen for an office visit.
It depends on the cause. Any swelling beyond a few days indicates a need for additional medical evaluation. Try ice and elevation first, and good luck.
Dr. L
Dr. L
About 2 weeks.
It depends on the cause for the most part, and unless the cause is clear, it’s very hard to tell. It can be due to meniscus injury, ACL tear, fracture, cartilage defects, infection.... You need to see a sports ortho surgeon.
It depends on the cause of the swelling. Whether traumatic (injury)/inflammatory type swelling or infection or degenerative meniscus tear, ligament tear. You need to get an evaluation from the nearest urgent care.
