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I've had a fractured knee cap for over a year. my doctor doesn't know what to do. i'm in excruciating pain! help?

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Orthopod: If your doctor doesn't know what to do I am concerned that it is not broken either. You should be seen by an orthopd.

Answered 7/10/2012

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