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I had a total knee replacement about a year and a half ago and my knee still won't work and on the side it is always red , swollen and in extreme pain . that's on the inter side of my right knee . could this be the cause of me not being able to walk?

Q: i had a total knee replacement about a year and a half ago and my knee still won't work and on the side it is always red , swollen and in extreme pain . that's on the inter side of my right knee . could this be the cause of me not being able to walk?

: Swelling &amp; redness are a sign of inflammation which would cause pain on knee motions. Your orthopedic surgeon should examine your knee for diagnosis of the cause of the inflammation and for proper treatment. A loose prosthesis has to be ruled out,also. Appropriate testing will be done.

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Swelling & redness are a sign of inflammation which would cause pain on knee motions. Your orthopedic surgeon should examine your knee for diagnosis of the cause of the inflammation and for proper treatment. A loose prosthesis has to be ruled out,also. Appropriate testing will be done.

Answered 9/25/2022

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A member asked:

I had a total knee replacement about a year and a half ago and my knee still won't work and on the side it is always red , swollen and in extreme pain . that's on the inter side of my right knee . could this be the cause of me not being able to walk?

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