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My right knee hurts on the lateral side. right below the knee cap there is swelling but more to the lateral side. fluid inside hurts a lot. help?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Patello femoral: A common condition in women is inflammation under the kneecap (patella) - which can lead to extra fluid in the knee joint, and pain under the patella. Other possibilities include injury from a direct blow, or cartilage tear (meniscus injury can occur with use or with twisting). An orthopedist can evaluate and describe options for you.

Answered 7/21/2017

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