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I can't kneel on my left knee. it's causes extreme pain .the outside of the knee is sore and feels numb..x-rays negative ?

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Knee pain: Besides the bones of the joint, other possibilities sources of pain are the bursa sac just in front of the knee cap which can get inflamed, bursitis. There may also be a nerve issue or cartilage damage causing the pain.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/9/2014

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