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What Causes Stabbing Pain In Left Knee?

I was bending over and felt a stabbing pain go through my left knee. Since then, every time I try to sit down or stand up, it s like someone is stabbing me in the top of my knee with an icepick. It only lasts a moment, but it s very intense and painful.
Wed, 29 Jul 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement,  's  Response
Hi, Thanks for your query.
It could be due to inflammation or arthritis.
Get it checked out. Taking antiinflammatory drug like ibuprofen will be helpful.
Hope this helps you.
Warm regards
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What Causes Stabbing Pain In Left Knee?

Hi, Thanks for your query. It could be due to inflammation or arthritis. Get it checked out. Taking antiinflammatory drug like ibuprofen will be helpful. Hope this helps you. Warm regards