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I am a runner and am having pain in my knee. it's to the side of my kneecap. what is it and what can i do to fix it?
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Runner's knee: Consider patellar problems, plica syndrome, maltracking. Get x-ray & exam consider orthopedic surgeon or sports doc.
Answered 8/3/2013
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