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I am an avid trail runner and have noticed fluid next to my patella on the lateral side of my right leg but not my left, should i be concerned?

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes. : Fluid is evidence of inflammation,which can cause irreversible damage.Need to back off causal activity AND seek medical attention,especially if you want to prolong your ability to run trails.

Answered 2/9/2017

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