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My left knee has felt weak and about to give out for a few weeks and last night my left ankle swelled up, could this be from my knee?

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Dr. Bernard Bach Jr answered

Could be.: see a non-surgical sports medicine specialist, who can give you an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 5/5/2015

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