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Knee Pain, Popping Sensation, Swelling Behind Knee. X Ray Shows Arthritis

have been having pain in my knee x2 weeks. had a popping sensation when I sat down after exercising. been to three docs including an ortho who took a flat xray and said it was arthritis. said I have no symptoms of meniscus problems even though i have constant swelling, pain and cant bend down knee feels like it locks or wants to give out. swelling behind knee and below knee cap.
Fri, 8 Nov 2013
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Hi, Arthritis can cause similar problem like pain and swelling, but your history of constant pain and locking sensation drives me to investigate further. Your age is not mentioned to rule out arthritis and X ray findings help more to rule out other causes. Is the swelling increasing in size or same, If the swelling is increasing in size please consult an orthopedician. He might diagnose the right cause by taking an x ray in 2 more views and Arthroscopy if needed.
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Knee Pain, Popping Sensation, Swelling Behind Knee. X Ray Shows Arthritis

Hi, Arthritis can cause similar problem like pain and swelling, but your history of constant pain and locking sensation drives me to investigate further. Your age is not mentioned to rule out arthritis and X ray findings help more to rule out other causes. Is the swelling increasing in size or same, If the swelling is increasing in size please consult an orthopedician. He might diagnose the right cause by taking an x ray in 2 more views and Arthroscopy if needed. Hope this might help!