
What Causes Stabbing Pain In Knee Long After A Knee Replacement?

Infection needs to be ruled out. Also implant loose
Detailed Answer:
Hi there.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
Thanks for the query.
Does he have fever?
Is there any swelling?
Does he have any tingling or numbness?
It is important for your Doctor to rule out infection which can cause pain, swelling, fever and redness and warmth of the involved knee.
Also implant loosening can be a cause of pain.
You may continue to ice the knee. Keep the knee elevated over 2 pillows. Perform ankle movements during limb elevation to allow for drainage of swelling.
You need to get a few tears to look for infection like CRP, ESR, Blood counts. If there is a swelling, it should be drained and tested for infection as well. Kindly discuss of this possibility with your Doctor.
Kindly respond to my questions for me to be in a better positron to help you.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu

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