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My vastus lateralis muscle doesn't hurt, but it's been slightly swollen near the knee for a few weeks and i can't bend it all the way. what's wrong and how can i fix it?

Q: my vastus lateralis muscle doesn't hurt, but it's been slightly swollen near the knee for a few weeks and i can't bend it all the way. what's wrong and how can i fix it?

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Dr Fields agreed

Answered 8/15/2021

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A member asked:

My vastus lateralis muscle doesn't hurt, but it's been slightly swollen near the knee for a few weeks and i can't bend it all the way. what's wrong and how can i fix it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Fields agreed

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