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I have a small moveable lump on my knee cap.... it doesn't seem to be getting any bigger but i was curious what it is? i workout every day so maybe its a cyst? also i don't feel any pain from it
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Any : Any type of mass that does not go way can be worrisome and needs to look at and possible boipsied by a professional.
Answered 6/19/2017
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Prepatellar bursitis: You probably have a nodule within your prepatellar bursa. It should go away with rest, ice and time. If it becomes inflamed, it may be infected and you need to get it checked.
Answered 6/17/2018
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