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Reasons for swollen painful knees ? should i see a dr ?
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Yes: The basic causes include trauma, infection, rheumatoid diseases among others. A review of your history, exam & tests begin the process of defining the issue.
Answered 9/13/2020
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Knee problems: There are many possible causes for your knee pain & swelling. A small sample would be arthritis, gout, bursitis, tumor, infection, baker's cyst, etc. If your knees are bothering you - a medical evaluation is the best place to start.
Answered 9/13/2020
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