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3-4 times per day my knee feels like it's getting tighter then pops, sort of like a knuckle popping, but deeper and louder. xray negative. what is it?
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MENISCUS: A torn meniscus (cartilage) in the knee does not "show up" with routine imaging! Sounds like you need an MRI! Check with your PCP (Primary Care Provider) Hope this helps Dr Z
Answered 2/1/2015
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