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Knee pain on the side and back of the knee. pains while standing ip from sitting position and while walking downstairs.

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Dr. Blake Miller answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Knee pain: Sounds like patellofemoral (PF) syndrome. I'd see a physician to rule out if you have a potential meniscus tear or any other internal derangement, but if it is isolated PF pain, you may need some physical therapy.

Dr Rhoades agreed

Answered 3/19/2015

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