What could be the small painful and itchy bump on knee?
Patient: It started a a small bump on my knee that I thought was a bug bite. It was a little itchy and I felt like it needed to be popped, like it has pus, but nothing came out. Now the area surrounding the initial bump is red, swollen, hot and kind of hard (3 days later). Not sure what it is or what I should do, but it is painful and I m wondering if I should go to the doctor. Doctor: Hi! Good evening. I am Dr Shareef answering your query.Yes, I think you should see a doctor, as you have developed cellulitis (infection of skin and the subcutaneous tissues) due to fiddling with the initial bump. He after an initial clinical examination might advise you for a broad spectrum antibiotic with an anti inflammatory drug, or might go for an incision and drainage of an underlying abscess over there. The management would depend on the result of clinical assessment.I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts.Thanks for choosing health care magic to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Dr Shareef.