what causes swelling in the knee? i had surgery over 1 year ago and my knee is still very swollen? i had plica removal and think i have atrophy? expla

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Knee scope surgery 2 weeks ago my foot is still swollen. Is this normal ? How long does the foot swelling last for? I ice it &take ibpfn thanks

Answer 1

Inflammation: In a 40+ year old patient with prior surgery for plica/chondroplasty the possible reasons for the swelling are: 1) infection, 2) cartilage damage, and 3) mechanical symptoms from a torn meniscus. It is difficult to get more specific without more information, a physical exam and testing as indicated; however, I do think you should be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon.

Answer 2

Illness: There is always a chance, but most likely not. Legionnaires is a disease that is treated with antibiotics, but if you have a strong immune system, you should develop antibodies to help protect if you were infected again. You could still get sick, but it would be much less serious.

Answer 3

No: Once cured of acute infection with legionella sp. There is no residual occult infection or carrier state.

Answer 4

No: The recommendations for treatment of low back pain involve identifying a trigger and conservative treatment. Things like anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, heating pads or ice packs, and stretching are first line therapy. If your pain fails to improve then an xray would be considered. Of course, if you have numbness or loss of bladder/bowel control you will most definitely need imaging.

Answer 5

No: Generally an x-ray is not necessary for your first visit for back pain. The exception might be if you had trauma to your back (car accident, fall from a ladder, etc.) the great majority of the time only conservative measures are needed for back pain, such as anti-inflammatory medications, rest, stretching, and physical therapy. Consult your doctor if your symptoms worsen.

Answer 6

No: If your doctor determines that you need imaging to better understand your back pain, i strongly recommend getting an MRI rather than xray. Mri is much better at finding the cause.

Answer 7

Depends: Every person with back pain presents differently. if needed the Dr. will order them.

Answer 8

Breast ca: Yes. Both men and women get breast cancer. The shutting off of the ovaries will decrease the estrogen production but the testosterone shots have their own issues. Regardless, the risk is still there.

Answer 9

Possibly: I would imagine risk is much lower because of the mastectomies and removal of ovaries, depending on stage of transformation.

Answer 10

You can but caution: Oxycodone, often given in combo with Acetaminophen (tylenol (acetaminophen)) and generally known as Percocet for pain control in situation such as dental extraction here. The tylenol (acetaminophen) should help with fever, but may not be enough (often 325mg). So, you can add another plain tylenol (acetaminophen) 325mg or motrin, but must monitor closely as infection is a concern and follow-up with the dentist is recommended. Good luck.

Answer 11

Yes , however : Fever is usually a sign of infection , Motrin can reduce the fever but won't treat the cause of it.

Answer 12

Yes : Motrin will help but make sure he is sufficiently hydrated by drinking lots of water. Dehydration is a very common cause of elevated temperature after oral surgery.

Answer 13

Yes: By all means, but don't give him tylenol (acetaminophen). Vicodin contains tylenol (acetaminophen).

Answer 14

Yes, upper: The kidney is the upper end of the urinary tract, so an infection here or pyelonephritis is a form of uti, urinary tract infection. Kidney stones can also present this way. A pyelonephritis may require intravenous antibiotics to cure.

Answer 15

Possibly: Certainly could be a UTI but could be related to a kidney stone as well.

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