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I had a total knee replacement in 2008 recently my knee has become swollen and warmer to the touch than normal and painful ideas to what's wrong?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Painful knee: It sounds like you have an infection in the knee . See your doctor asap for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 9/14/2013
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Infected prosthesis: The overwhelming probability is that the prosthesis is infected. You need to see an orthopedist familiar with infections of this nature and an infectious diseases expert and have them confer with you about this. Good luck and best wishes.
Answered 9/12/2013
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Inflammation: Warmth and swelling are signs of inflammation in the knee. This could be due to infection, wear debris from the implant, or a traumatic injury. You should see your surgeon.
Answered 9/22/2013
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