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I have swelling in the left knee. i call it clutch knee as i'm a truck driver. now i also have swelling and numbness above the knee. what could this b?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Overuse: tendonitis- not uncommon in truck drivers, I suggest an examination and treatment, Xrays may be helpful.

Answered 2/21/2017

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A member asked:

I have swelling in the left knee. i call it clutch knee as i'm a truck driver. now i also have swelling and numbness above the knee. what could this b?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

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