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What Causes Pain In Knee Joint?

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Posted on Tue, 1 Apr 2014
Question: I am experiencing pain on the outside of each knee joint and a little close to but behind as well. I trained today on an elliptical machine but this injury or whatever it is has been developing over the last few months. When I press on the affected areas it hurts a lot very tender.
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: You may get the X-ray and MRI of the area affected Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. As per your history, You might having problem of - Arthritis ( osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, crystalline arthritis) - This affects the joints and can cause pain Patellofemoral syndrome and chondromalacia patella, Iliotibial band syndrome, Bursitis. Since these conditions can only be differentiated by an examination, I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray and MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance to see any arthritic changes, joint destruction or any other pathology. You can also upload the X-rays here so that we can discuss this here. You can use 'Upload your reports' section. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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What Causes Pain In Knee Joint?

Brief Answer: You may get the X-ray and MRI of the area affected Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for your query. As per your history, You might having problem of - Arthritis ( osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, crystalline arthritis) - This affects the joints and can cause pain Patellofemoral syndrome and chondromalacia patella, Iliotibial band syndrome, Bursitis. Since these conditions can only be differentiated by an examination, I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray and MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance to see any arthritic changes, joint destruction or any other pathology. You can also upload the X-rays here so that we can discuss this here. You can use 'Upload your reports' section. I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care