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Acl replaced 7d, swelling + pain + red area + very sensitive to touch + throbbing w/pressure/elevation change. dvt? should i go to the er?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

7 days post op: Post op pain + red + sensitive to touch , can be signs of infection.( if in the knee)You should be seen right away. Did you contact your surgeon ? If not available yes go to ER. DVT presents as pain and swelling in calf not the knee joint. .

Dr Beck and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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