A member asked:

I have a lump on my knee and it's very painful i've had it for years but the pain is getting worse it feels like a bone but it swells up bad any ideas?

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Dr. Axel Martinez-Irizarry answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

See your doctor.: Physical exam, x-rays and possibly MRI will aid in finding out what's going on, and if surgical procedure is necessary. Pain getting worse is a sign to see a doctor about it.

Answered 1/12/2015

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Time to see doctor: since you now have pain that is getting worse.

Answered 6/25/2014

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