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I'm 26, and don't have any pain in knee. however after driving a car for 15 -20 minutes my knees hurt. after a while the pain goes away. i'm worried.
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Common: Your history suggests you are experiencing kneecap pain( patellofemoral pain). When you drive your knees are bent which can increase pressure on your kneecap cartilage. This is extremely common. If it worsens see your physician. No worries!
Answered 12/9/2013
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