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Slight pain in left knee, intermittent, don't even feel it most of the time, but little uncomfortable sometimes. should i get xray?
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Not yet: As long as you have occasional pain relieved with ice or over the counter pain medications, i think you can watch it for now. If the pain worsens or the knee becomes red or swollen, then you will need to see your doctor.
Answered 12/20/2012
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Yes please: The slight pain is a sign you have problem, may early some thing , know to treat it before it get worse. Please check it out . Thanks.
Answered 12/27/2022
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