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What Causes Severe Pain In Knee Cap Area And Cramps In Calf?
Question: I tried to reply 2 times but my questions must have been too wordy, they never went through. I still have severe pain in knee cap area, cramps in calf, upper thigh, and shin splint type pain in bone. Foot is still numb. Primary Dr. ordered blood test to see if I have bone infection, no results yet. Is sending me to another ortho surgeon for opinion and evaluation. Primary thinks something's wrong but he's no specialist
Brief Answer:
Ruptured Baker's cyst ?
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for your follow up query.
I believe a second opinion with another Ortho surgeon would benefit as he would have a broader perspective to the cause of your symptoms.
The infection needs to be better assessed by aspirating some fluid from the joint replacement site to assess for white blood cells. The blood test called C-reactive protein (CRP) is also useful to suggest infection at the joint replacement site if significantly raised.
As I have mentioned previously, the Baker's cyst needs to be assessed because if the cyst has ruptured it can cause sudden pain and cramps in the calf region. You could consult your Ortho surgeon for an ultrasound if he/she also believes the same.
If the Baker's cyst is very large or has ruptured, it needs to be surgically treated. There is no other way to manage these conditions.
As of you, apply warm compress or hot water bottle to the region of your cramps as this helps to relieve muscle spasm. Avoid elevtrolytte imbalance by eating plenty of fresh ruits and vegetables.
I hope your problem will be resolved soon. I am always available to attend to your follow up.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Ruptured Baker's cyst ?
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for your follow up query.
I believe a second opinion with another Ortho surgeon would benefit as he would have a broader perspective to the cause of your symptoms.
The infection needs to be better assessed by aspirating some fluid from the joint replacement site to assess for white blood cells. The blood test called C-reactive protein (CRP) is also useful to suggest infection at the joint replacement site if significantly raised.
As I have mentioned previously, the Baker's cyst needs to be assessed because if the cyst has ruptured it can cause sudden pain and cramps in the calf region. You could consult your Ortho surgeon for an ultrasound if he/she also believes the same.
If the Baker's cyst is very large or has ruptured, it needs to be surgically treated. There is no other way to manage these conditions.
As of you, apply warm compress or hot water bottle to the region of your cramps as this helps to relieve muscle spasm. Avoid elevtrolytte imbalance by eating plenty of fresh ruits and vegetables.
I hope your problem will be resolved soon. I am always available to attend to your follow up.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.
Thanking you.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
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