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What Causes Popping Sound In Knees Along With Severe Pain?
Hi, I ve been having pain in both knees for about four years now. I first felt the pain after a tennis match my sophomore year of high school. My left knee bothers me the most. My knee cap often feel uncomfortable and I constantly feel like I have to move it. The doctor I go to now said my knee cap was a little loose. After physical activity of any kind, I can place my hand above my knee cap and I can feel both knees pop. My left knee also feels like it is pulsating and I have seen the side of it move as if it were beating. My knees bother me more when it s raining and cold and my left knee has given out on me before. Growing up, I played basketball and lacrosse and in high school I played tennis almost every day from spring until end of fall. Will this every go away on its own or do I need to see someone specifically for it?
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have popping sound in knees along with severe pain . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like gas bubbles , chondromalacia patella , arthritis , meniscus tear or medial collateral ligament . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory or vitamin supplement for quick recovery . Doctor may also prescribe physical therapy or particular stretching exercises . For now apply warm compresses and take proper rest .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Popping Sound In Knees Along With Severe Pain?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have popping sound in knees along with severe pain . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like gas bubbles , chondromalacia patella , arthritis , meniscus tear or medial collateral ligament . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory or vitamin supplement for quick recovery . Doctor may also prescribe physical therapy or particular stretching exercises . For now apply warm compresses and take proper rest . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari