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I had arthroscopic knee surgery 4 weeks ago tomorrow. i had scar tissue removed under knee cap. now the knee cap shifted very slightly painful?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Varies: Multiple possibilities. Some scar tissue may have recurred and you may have stretched or tore it with what you are describing. I would certainly let your surgeon know.

Answered 6/18/2016

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