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Pulling sensation behind knee especially on days i'm on my feet a lot. previous knee injuries on that knee including reoccuring patella dislocations. ?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Could be deep: venous thrombophlebitis, although unlikely unless you have swelling or risk factors. More likely a muscle strain, but show it to your doctor just to be sure.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 8/5/2015

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A member asked:

Pulling sensation behind knee especially on days i'm on my feet a lot. previous knee injuries on that knee including reoccuring patella dislocations. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Dr Italia agreed

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