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Dr allen seely, i have severe knee joint pain when i am climbing the staircase, squatting, or when i am trying to sit down or kneel down, why is it?
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Get it evaluated: Because there is something wrong with your knee such as arthritis, tendinitis, bursitis or a tear. Get it evaluated.
Answered 1/8/2020
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Patellofemoral: Can be patellofemoral or meniscal or the joint cartilage itself. Should be checked out.
Answered 9/28/2016
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