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A 37-year-old female asked about a 35-year-old member:

can swelling on back of knee cause leg cramps or are the two unrelated? i wasnt sure if theres a nerve in back of knee or not. it cramps when not swollen too though. thank you.

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Dr. Richard Zimonanswered

Internal Medicine 59 years experience

Swelling in the back: The. Knee often is a sign of. Cartilage Problems in the knee! Suggest you see Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon. Hope this is helpful Dr Z

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