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Im 23 and fell hard on knee running. very swollen. reduced rom. grinding sound when i palpate joint line. can fwb but painful. should i see a doctor?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Knee injury: Yes, could be meniscal tear, fracture, loose body, acl/pcl tear. Check with orthopedic surgeon.

Answered 1/8/2018

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A member asked:

Im 23 and fell hard on knee running. very swollen. reduced rom. grinding sound when i palpate joint line. can fwb but painful. should i see a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

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