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What color is the fluid in your knee supposed to be on a mri? is it possible to have scar tissue behind the kneecap or medially? please help and expla
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Usually clear fluid.: Most joint fluid is clear unless you had recent trauma (bloody fluid) or infection or gout (yellowish). Scar tissue or synovitis can develop from prior surgery or trauma or degenerative changes from meniscal tear or other causes.
Answered 9/24/2016
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