A 44-year-old female asked:
does scar tissue in your knee show up on a mri? please help
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Dr. Joseph Accurso answered
29 years experience Radiology
It can: Depending on the amount of scar tissue and its location. Mri is excellent at looking at the soft tissues of the knee. If your knee clicks, a MRI will probably determine the cause if a physical examination cannot.
Answered on Jun 10, 2014
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Dr. Robert Jackson answered
43 years experience Dermatology
Have you: Have you had injury or surgery on your knee? It will show abnormalities but discuss with your orthopedist.
A 44-year-old female asked:
Dr. Bruce Prager answered
42 years experience Sports Medicine
MRI: Scar tissue inside the knee can show up on MRI sometimes. The knee is surrounded by an envelope or capsule and what people often refer to as scar ti ... Read More
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A 44-year-old female asked:
Dr. Michael Sparacino answered
37 years experience Family Medicine
See your doctor: With these kinds of symptoms and their persistent nature, it's best if you see your doctor. He/she will listen to you, do an examination, possibly ru ... Read More
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Dr. Robert Jackson answered
43 years experience Dermatology
White or dark: You really need to discuss this with your orthopedist that specializes in knees. This way you will get the best treatment.
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