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The injury to my right knee constantly burns & on the inside is a knot approx the size of a 50 cent piece. i also get sharp, intense pain in this area?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Have it evaluated: This could be arthritis, a tear or bursitis. See an orthopedist.

Answered 5/7/2013

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