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I had intense pain in the side of my knee ( inner side) , the pain has subsided to a pain only when walking or stairs etc , could this arthritis .?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Yes: There are other diagnostic possibilities as well including bursitis. Have the knee examined and an x ray done.

Answered 3/27/2013

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Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Needs to be checked: Could be arthritis, could be meniscus, could be ligament strain, could be bone bruise, could be lots of things. If no better, get it checked.

Answered 10/6/2013

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A member asked:

I had intense pain in the side of my knee ( inner side) , the pain has subsided to a pain only when walking or stairs etc , could this arthritis .?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

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