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Sharp pain back of l knee when i bend it,especially going up/down stairs.stabbing pain when kneeling on it.no injury,no swelling.been appx 4 months.

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Dr. Cornelius Oleary answered

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RA : These symptoms may be related to a ruptured bakers cyst however I am more concerned for joint destruction by your RA and you should see an ortho surgeon for evaluation and keep your rheum in the loop.

Answered 2/22/2017

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A member asked:

Sharp pain back of l knee when i bend it,especially going up/down stairs.stabbing pain when kneeling on it.no injury,no swelling.been appx 4 months.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cornelius Oleary answered

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