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My knee hurts, i haven't recently injured it. but it swells, pain goes from dull and achey to sharp. sometimes i get a burning sensation and it pops.

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see details: Your have an inflammatory arthritis especially if there has been no recent trauma. There are numerous causes. Have a rheumatologist evaluate the issue. The knee should be aspirated if fluid is present.

Dr Trettin agreed

Answered 10/29/2013

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