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My knee pops when i squat and if i do a lot of squats it starts to hurt what should i do?
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See Orthopedist: The popping is usually excess fluid, which is trying to protect you...From yourself. You might have lax ligaments, or an internal injury--particularly w/pain after activity. You should get an orthopedic evaluation, and may need an mri.
Answered 2/25/2013
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See a specialist.: See an orthopedic knee specialist. You may have some wear in the kneecap joint , that could be giving you these symptoms. At your young age, you should have it checked, to see exactly what might be going on, and how to treat it.
Answered 9/28/2016
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