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I had hip replacement 2 mos ago got infected another surgery had iv 6 weeks off now on antibiotic 2 mos been having a lot of pain i did not have befor?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Need evaluation: It is likely that the infection may have resolved. Other causes of pain may be considered include injury or arthritis

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/2/2018

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A member asked:

I had hip replacement 2 mos ago got infected another surgery had iv 6 weeks off now on antibiotic 2 mos been having a lot of pain i did not have befor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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