I had a severe cut to the inside of my right knee 6 days ago that required 4 stitches. Everything has been fine until yesterday when I noticed my lower leg and foot swelling. It has since gotten worse and ice and elevation have no effect. What could be causing this?
Dear patient Swelling might be due to impaired venous Chat Doctor.  Swelling also may be due to lymphatic damage due to skin cut. Keep your limb elevated on two pillows and frequent ice packs application helps. Apply crêpe bandage on involved leg staring from below upwards. Start tab choral forte thrice a day empty stomach for 7 days.  All this measures helps in reducing pain d swelling but it may take time. All the best.