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Had a recent anterior cruciate ligament repair operation and ive been using an ice pack for swelling. a new swell has started in a different place that feels ready to burst.
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PostoperativeACL repair. It would be best if you checked with your orthopedic surgeon who performed the operation. Depending on where this new swelling is located, it would be important for a quick evaluation to make sure there is no complication that would need the surgeons intervention.
Answered 3/9/2021
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Concern would be a possible infection. Call the surgeon to discuss the changes you describe. Call now.
Answered 3/10/2021
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