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What Causes Swollen Left Knee?
Question: My left knee is severely swollen for no good reason. I can barely bend it and I'm worried I may have an infection in my implant. My implant was done in 2009
Brief Answer:
Can be infected.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The severely swollen knee with no history of injury to the knee after an implant can be due to an infection in the area. A physical examination and examination of the aspirated fluid will help in the proper diagnosis.
Till then give rest to the knee and avoid weight bearing on the leg. Taking a mild pain killer like ibuprofen after the meals will help in temporary pain relief.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Can be infected.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The severely swollen knee with no history of injury to the knee after an implant can be due to an infection in the area. A physical examination and examination of the aspirated fluid will help in the proper diagnosis.
Till then give rest to the knee and avoid weight bearing on the leg. Taking a mild pain killer like ibuprofen after the meals will help in temporary pain relief.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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