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What is wrong when your knee last lances? the pain is so bad. i did have plica removed about 2 years ago. please help

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

See details: No one can help over the internet. You need to see an orthopedist and have the knee reevaluated.

Answered 4/13/2014

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