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Cramp/spasms in the back of my kneecap. codeine and ibuprofen don't help the pain. would the dissolvable screws in my knee be the problem?
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See below: If you are having pain in the knee that was operated on, your need to see your ortho to make sure nothing is wrong status post surgery. Hope that helps.
Answered 5/18/2013
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