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How Long Does Swelling In The Legs Last After A Total Knee Replacement Surgery?
Just had a total knee replacement 4 days ago have been doing all my at home therapy my incesion is good but my leg is still swollen and the skin is very tight i use ice and elevate also use anti swelling meds it looks like my leg is ready to explode m
Fri, 1 Mar 2019
Hello,
We expect at least 12weeks to recover after post knee replacement. In a few cases, it may take more time.
But in case of swelling, it may be due to infection or hematoma or cyst etc.
Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Use tablet pantoprazole before breakfast for one week.
If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
We expect at least 12weeks to recover after post knee replacement. In a few cases, it may take more time.
But in case of swelling, it may be due to infection or hematoma or cyst etc.
Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Use tablet pantoprazole before breakfast for one week.
If symptoms not improved please consult your doctor he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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