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Fell on right knee on concrete two months ago. painful knot swells on knee after kneeling. bursitis or loose body? how should i treat this?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

PRE-PATELLAR: Bursitis is the most "classic" diagnosis with that mechanism of injury, however an exam/x ray is needed to be sure. Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Dr Hegab and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 5/15/2019

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