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Why Am I Getting Swelling On The Side Of My Kneecap?

I m a footballer(soccer),I m 37,had my acl reconstruction when I was 17..(right knee)..had numerous clean ups. I have done years of bike work to keep my legs(muscles)in shape..I have been getting (bubble like) swelling on the side of my kneecap on the outside of my leg..it s just started happening on my good knee(left) also.. I was wondering why this is and also is this doing more damage to my knees..
Mon, 14 Nov 2016
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The swelling is due to effusion (swelling) in the knees. It can be due to early Osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease, causing cartilage damage to the knees. It can be due to repeated injuries to the knees. You get an X-ray of the knee done.
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Why Am I Getting Swelling On The Side Of My Kneecap?

The swelling is due to effusion (swelling) in the knees. It can be due to early Osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease, causing cartilage damage to the knees. It can be due to repeated injuries to the knees. You get an X-ray of the knee done.