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18 yr old girl. have knee pain for alil over 2 yrs. it catches and i have to pop it. could i have a meniscus tear if there's no swelling? what to do?
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Meniscus pathology: The fact that your knee is popping and you have been in pain for two years certainly speaks for a meniscus problem. Sedan orthopod for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 2/22/2013
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