Stretching the quadriceps and hip flexor muscles may help to lessen some of the downward pressure the patella applies to the fat pad. 8,9 Anti-inflammatory medicines are also frequently used. Much less often, injections of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation or surgery to trim the fat pad are required. 8,9. Related Entities
Two years ago I was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes. My cholesterol and blood pressure are both high (blood pressure has improved this week since my GP increased the Ramipril to 10mg and added Amlodipine 5mg).
I am on day 19 of taking Amlodipine and am beginning to think it is adversely affecting my blood sugars - does anyone know if this is likely? I am type 2 on insulin and meds - I have tried increasing insulin but no improvement and have been keeping very tight on my eating. I think I will need to phone my gp tomorrow as I cannot carry on like this and am not due to see her for 3 weeks .