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I have a burning/stinging sensation around knee cap when kneeling. doesn't effect my walking or bending, or hurt when i do so. had c sect 4 weeks ago.

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Sounds like patellar: Tendonitis most likely. Could be arthritis, quad sprain/tendonitis, bursitis as these are common around the knee cap. See an orthopod to be evaluated/treated. Good luck.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 5/29/2016

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