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What causes throbbing pain in the knee? can it be swelling or a meniscus tear?

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Dr. Mark Hutchinson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Could be: Could be but could be a lot of things including teninopathy, arthritis or cartilage damage, synovitis and inflammation or sole overuse.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/11/2013

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