Question 1

can septic knee joint be cured?

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Yes: An infected joint can be fixed, often with needle drainage, possibly surgery, and antibiotics.

Question 2

what is the treatment for septic knee joint?

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Treat like abcess: It have to be drained and treated by intravenous antibiotic.

Question 3

what is treatment of septic arthritis of knee joint in child aged 5years..no history of chronic disease.best antibiotic?

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Cover s.aureus mrsa: also group A strep
s.pneumonia 
like cefotaxime
for hemophilus influenzae type B and penicillin non susceptible organism
vancomycin for methicillin resistant staph

Question 4

my knee joint is burning what does that mean?

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Could be a tear: Of one of the structures inside leading to inflammation or could be arthritis or even infection. See your doctor for an exam.

Question 5

can you get gout (sp?)in a replaced knee joint?

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In general no: in general no but gout deposits of monosodium urate can be present in many locations, including around a joint in the tendons if not in the joint. Your physician can help clarify this  or have  you see a rheumatologist who can clarify the findings. The  diagnosis  of gout in a  joint is made by demonstrating the presence of the monosodium urate crystals in the joint.

Question 6

had a pain on left knee joint while drivig nd riding its a pain inside knee joint?

Accepted Answer

Knee pain: Consider synovitis, pfs, medial plica syndrome, medial meniscal tear, or loose body. Check exam with your orthopedic surgeon.

Question 7

what does capsulitis mean in the knee joint?

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Let me explain: Adhesive capsulitis is an inflammatory condition that restricts motion in a joint. It most often affects the shoulder joint, a condition called frozen shoulder syndrome.

Question 8

can you be young and have knee joint problems?

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Yes: Joint problems can occur at any age.  If you are having problems, see a specialist and have an evaluation.

Question 9

help with pain behind knee joint when pressed?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Your pain could be as a result of many different things. A thorough history and physical exam and possibly some laboratory and radiology exams are needed to determine the exact cause. Causes of pain may include: soft tissue masses or cysts, trauma (fracture, tendon or ligamentous tear, arthritis), infection, metabolic conditions (gout), musculoskeletal or biomechanical abnormalities.

Question 10

what can you do for loose knee joint problems?

Accepted Answer

It depends on cause: "loose" knee joint can indicate ligament, meniscus, or arthritis problem.  It may be due to muscle atrophy as well.  It should be evaluated by an orthopedist or rheumatologist, especially if it is causing instability or falling.

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