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Im trying to find out what would cause my left knee and thigh area to swell.pretty big difference from the r.side and there is a slight ache. 54yold?

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Dr. Marius Frasie answered

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MULTIPLE CAUSES: You could have a knee problem then lower thigh will also swell or a blood clot. See a doctor asap.

Answered 4/20/2014

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A member asked:

Im trying to find out what would cause my left knee and thigh area to swell.pretty big difference from the r.side and there is a slight ache. 54yold?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marius Frasie answered

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