(M22.4) Chondromalacia patellae
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Diagnosis chondromalacia patellae is diagnosed Women are 25.94% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis chondromalacia patellae
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis chondromalacia patellae
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chondromalacia patellae - Men and Women aged 15-19
Disease Features chondromalacia patellae
Chondromalacia patellae - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - chondromalacia patellae
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- X-ray
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Ultrasound
- CT Scan
- Arthroscopy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Rest and avoid activities that cause pain
- Ice application
- Stretching exercises
- Strengthening exercises
- Physical therapy
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Corticosteroid injections
- Surgery
Chondromalacia patellae - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease chondromalacia patellae
Joint pain
(Arthritis, Rheumatism, Aches, Stiffness, Inflammation, Tenderness, Soreness, Swollen joints, Stabbing pain, Throbbing pain, Sharp pain, Dull ache)
Joint pain is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It is often caused by inflammation or injury to the joints, muscles, or tendons. It can be localized to one joint or affect multiple joints. It can be acute, lasting only a few days or chronic, lasting weeks or months. It may manifes...
Elevated temperature 37-38 °
(High temperature, Fever, Feverishness, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heat, Warmth, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Thermalgia)
Elevated temperature is a symptom of illness where the body temperature is higher than normal. It typically appears as a fever, with the temperature ranging from 37-38°C. It is often accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, body aches, and fatigue. Elevated temperature can develop over a few da...
Tissue edema
(Fluid retention, Swelling, Puffiness, Fluid accumulation, Bloating, Hydrops, Dropsy, Congestion, Inflammation)
Tissue edema is an accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space of the body. It can occur in any part of the body, but is most commonly seen in the extremities, face, and abdomen. It is characterized by swelling, tenderness, and a feeling of tightness in the affected area. It may develop graduall...
Crepitus
(Crackling, Popping, Grating, Clicking, Rattling, Hissing, Buzzing, Squeaking)
Crepitus is a symptom of a medical condition in which there is a crackling sensation or sound when the affected area is moved. It is most commonly experienced in the joints and chest, and is caused by air or fluid trapped in the tissue. It can range from a mild to a severe sensation, and can be acco...