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How do i know if i need surgery from a dislocated knee cap a year ago?

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Continued symptoms: If you are having continued problems with your knee, surgery may be indicated. Some concerning complaints: your knee cap continues to dislocate, or feels unstable, pain, swelling, etc.

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Answered 11/18/2016

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