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I have pain behind my knee. it hurts to straighten, put pressure, lift my leg, and i'm limping. what do i need to do to alleviate this problem.
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See a physician: First step is to see a doctor and establish a diagnosis. Possibilities include inflammatory arthritis, gout, infection, musculoskeletal injury, ruptured baker's cyst, blood clot, etc.
Answered 5/7/2016
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