Question 1

i have a rash near my scar i had knee replacement on nov 25  this started now jan 4., it red,bombe, & itich?

Accepted Answer

Reaction to sutures?: It is possible that you are having a reaction to your underlying sutures which is not entirely uncommon. You may notice them starting to "spit". While this is happening the skin will be getting red, swollen, and hot in those areas. Eventually, the suture knots will come out and things will calm down.

Question 2

4 days after left knee replacement surgery, i've just noticed a blotchy red rash on my inside upper left thigh, also some bruising by the wound ?

Accepted Answer

Call Dr in am: Let the surgeon know what you are experiencing. He/she will advise if you need rechecked sooner than planned, or can try remedy at hoe.

Question 3

i had a complete knee replacement and a few days later a very itchy rash appeared all around incision site, not responsive to prednisone or benedryl. calamine lotion calms it down a bit . my skin feels burned to the touch. and very itchy?

Accepted Answer

: If there is no exudate, swelling or tenderness surgical wound infection is less likely. You can try lidocaine patch or ointment (OTC) for those symptoms. See your surgeon if wound infection is suspected. Take care!

Question 4

i am having knee replacement in april, 2013. i can't  take opium pain medication.  what else can i take to relieve the pain? thanks, dee

Accepted Answer

Many Choices: It would be very wise to meet with a pain specialist prior to your surgery to set yourself up for success. Alternative investigation too may help: meditation, acupuncture, massage. 
Possible meds include 
pain blocker Gabapentin (neurontin)
anti inflammatory such as meloxicam, naprosyn, (naproxen) etc
opiate alternative tramadol (warning; addictive too)
seek specialty advice.

Question 5

what do you advise if i had a knee replacement and now my knee dosent ben t?

Accepted Answer

See Ortho doc: you may need exercises to range your knee, however if there is something wrong with your replacement the orthopedic doc may need to further evaluate you.

Question 6

i had a medisic knee repair 1 yr ago and since then i have been in constant pain can't do the simplest thing do u think i could get knee replacement?

Accepted Answer

See below: You need the advice of a god orthopedic surgeon  in my opinion if you have had physical therapy without help it is time for surgery.

Question 7

on june 10 th i have knee replacement. my knee doesn't respond as well as i expect. it doesn't flex enough. i will have knee manipulation. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Post surgical knee: Scar tissue that forms following surgery may prevent full range of motion. If physical therapy cannot resolve this, manual manipulation is performed to break the scar tissue

Question 8

i have osteoarthritis in both knees but i am too young for knee replacement how can i manage the pain, i can, t get around very well.

Accepted Answer

Arthritis exercise.: Osteoarthritis is best treated with regular exercise and being at your ideal weight.  The pain can be treated with acetaminophen, and anti inflammatory medications, such as naproxen, and ibuprofen. Injections to knees with steroids, or the use of Hyaluronate products are effective.

Question 9

when is a knee replacement recommended?

Accepted Answer

The last step: Knee replacement or total knee arthroplasty is recommended when three criteria are met.  First the patient has to have x-ray evidence of joint degeneration.  Second the patient has to have failed non-surgical treatment.  Third the pain caused by the arthritis has to be limiting the patient or decreasing quality of life.  In the end it is the patient that decides when to have knee replacement.

Question 10

how old is too old for a knee replacement?

Accepted Answer

No specific number: Quality of life has emerged as the number one measure for joint replacement.

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Rash after knee replacement

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I have a rash near my scar i had knee replacement on nov 25 this started now jan 4., it red,bombe, & itich?

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4 days after left knee replacement surgery, i've just noticed a blotchy red rash on my inside upper left thigh, also some bruising by the wound ?

A member asked:

I had a complete knee replacement and a few days later a very itchy rash appeared all around incision site, not responsive to prednisone or benedryl. calamine lotion calms it down a bit . my skin feels burned to the touch. and very itchy?

A member asked:

I am having knee replacement in april, 2013. i can't take opium pain medication. what else can i take to relieve the pain? thanks, dee

A member asked:

What do you advise if i had a knee replacement and now my knee dosent ben t?

A member asked:

I had a medisic knee repair 1 yr ago and since then i have been in constant pain can't do the simplest thing do u think i could get knee replacement?

A member asked:

On june 10 th i have knee replacement. my knee doesn't respond as well as i expect. it doesn't flex enough. i will have knee manipulation. what is this?

A member asked:

I have osteoarthritis in both knees but i am too young for knee replacement how can i manage the pain, i can, t get around very well.

A member asked:

When is a knee replacement recommended?

A member asked:

How old is too old for a knee replacement?

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