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What can cause sharp knee pain?

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Sudden or acute knee pain is often caused by injury which can include torn or sprained cruciate ligaments, ruptured tendons, dislocated knees or kneecaps, injuries to the meniscus. Chronic knee pain may be due to bursitis or Arthritis.

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