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1st noticed mild knee pain, giving way while climbing stairs now severe pain, constant and throbbing. not swollen. i'm limping. knee is stiff. ?
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Severe knee pain: You. Should see an orthopaedic dr soon ! You probably have ligament or meniscal tearing which should be assessed
Answered 11/5/2015
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