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What symptoms make runner's knee the most likely diagnosis?

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Pain in front ofknee: Pain in the kneecap , or just below or above it, is usually consistent with runner's knee. You should try to keep your muscles well balanced with strength and flexibility, to minimize or alleviate your symptoms.

Answered 3/25/2014

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