Swollen knee in osteoarthritis in a 92-year-old woman. This is an acute swelling known as an effusion. An effusion is the accumulation of fluid in a joint, usually due to injury. Treatment is by resting the joint. This patient also has severe osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a joint disease aggravated by mechanical stress. Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness and swelling. | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Marazzi, Dr. P. |
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