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Had right knee pain when going upstairs for years but it's increasing now and my knee makes noise when i bend it. i'm only 36, any ideas?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Kneecap pain: The pain you describe w/ stair climbing and 'noise ' ( crepitus) that it makes suggests patellofemoral ( kneecap) pain.Cartilage underneath your kneecap can soften and then deteriorate w/ time.This is very common and has various causes and treatment options depending on severity. See an experienced ors for an examination and definitive diagnosis.Gl!

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Answered 8/4/2017

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A member asked:

Had right knee pain when going upstairs for years but it's increasing now and my knee makes noise when i bend it. i'm only 36, any ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Trettin answered

Dr Jacobson agreed

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