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I have numbness and tingling behind my right knee, my right knee has been bothering me for a few years mostly when going down stairs. what is it?

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Arthritis: Posterior knee pain is usually arthritis or a tear. Numbness and tingling suggest nerve compression.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 12/24/2022

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