Infection in knee replacement surgery

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Avatar n tn After knee replacement surgery done in June 2010 and is still swollen and painful. I cannot walk properly with out pain as was promised.
Avatar n tn m looking at a surgery to take out replacement and put in cement with antibiotics, then 6 weeks later a total knee replacement. If I still have blood pooling in knee after that I don't know how I will take it! Pain increasing. What happened to you Jan and Linde*?
Avatar f tn Did the knee infection happen soon after it was placed in the knee? If so it could have come from surgery. Meaning that perhaps a bacteria on the skin got into the knee when they did surgery. Often it is due to a Staphyloccus species type of bacteria. But other bacteria can occur in these devices. Pancreatitis is inflammation or swelling of the pancreas and usually isn't infected. But it is also possible to get an infection in an organ.
Avatar f tn Blood clots are a common concern in a knee replacement, are they also a concern in a knee manipulation?
Avatar n tn I am due for a total knee replacement in 2 weeks. I have a mild sinus infection, with some blood. I am wondering if this would pose a danger for infection occurring in the knee after surgery.
Avatar n tn I have had second knee replacment in My 2010 I have no strenth in uper quard knee looks like a big stump and warm to touch lower leg pain in calf and in front of leg. After i had surgery had a big black and blue mark in front of my leg where i have pain now not sure what that is from. Is this common things in knee replacements ?
Avatar f tn Many online sites, and acquaintences, warn about infection in the knee after knee replacement. Although the doctor uses a pre-surgery antibiotic and tests for MRSA (staph) and treats if needed, the threat of infection still seems to hover over such surgeries. The hospital has given me a special cleanser to use the week before surgery. I have had my teeth cleaned. And, I do understand that if I get sick, surgery will be rescheduled.
Avatar f tn Hi i have had total knee replacement, and belive all was good ,was walking very quick after severe pain for five weeks . But now when laying in bed at night get sharpe pains shoot through my thigh and knee, like a electric shock or cramp, does anybody else get this ??
Avatar n tn Pain in the knee after total knee replacement can occur due to knee infection or loosening, resurfaced patella, with effusion in the joint occuring due to worn out polyethylene components, due to damage to the vessels and nerves around the knee etc. In case of infection antibiotics would help. In case of worn out polyethylene components may be reoperation could be considered. Also you mentioned that a cyst is present in the knee area, this could have been the cause of pain in the knee.
Avatar n tn Am 10 weeks out from surgery total knee replacement, rt. leg and was doing so well until last week. Pain started around the knee and a week later after doing the icing, ibuprofen and tylenol with codeine, my pain has escalated to a 9 out of 10 as of last night. It does not appear to be an infection as per my doctor, he just told me to do the above and call if things worsened. I called this morning and nobody can see me until Monday...Just called in stronger pain med.
Avatar f tn I had a knee replacement a year ago and am having pain. I was curious . . . how did they know the glue was deteriorating? Did they do an MRI? I just had and MRI and have been told it could be "mild loosening, bone stress reaction, or stress response". My Dr.'s onlt response was, if it's bad enough redo the knee replacement surgery. How long ago was your replacement surgery?
Avatar f tn I was diagnosed with Bitlateral AVN of the knees in 1999 in 2001 I subsequently underwent a total knee replacement on the right. I developed infection to which I underwent surgery to clean out the infection which was unsuccessful and later underwent the removal of the replacement and antiseptic spacer was put in for 6 weeks and then I went back to surgery to have that removed and a new replacement put in.
Avatar f tn The docs I worked for had to remove the new knee THEN clear up the infection and THEN replace the knee hardware (new knee hardware) if an infection occurred post op. They probably only had one or two of those happen the many years I worked for them. They are not that common but have to be treated properly if they do occur. I would make another appointment to address your concerns with the doc. If you don’t get anywhere I would seriously think about getting a second opinion ASAP!
647391 tn?1275016633 I am 50 years old and set to have knee replacement surgery in a month. This is because of damage to the knee and missing cartilage. What is your thoughts as to someone my age having knee replacement surgery. Also, what is the quickest recovery you have seen for someone with knee replacement surgery?
Avatar n tn i have a stiff knee since my accident went in for ankle injury but my knee end up getting stiff in the process and it is still stiff.
Avatar m tn Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic problem and total knee replacement surgery is not a solution as the disease is progressive. This is another issue but as she already has undergone TKR the most important complication for any orthopedic procedure is infection. Maintain complete hygiene and strict asepsis and follow up with her surgeon to decrease the infection with antibiotics or surgical intervention. Take care!
Avatar n tn Why am I having numbness and pain in my foot after total knee replacement? It really hurts.....one physician is giving me Lyrica. Any info on this will be appreciated.
Avatar n tn My husband had a knee replacement in March '08. He has had surgery on several occasions prior to this one. About 6 weeks after his surgery he developed hives that were localized below his waist and down the sides of his trunk. In addition, his upper lip and uvula have been swollen on occasion. We already know there was no cement used during the replacement. He has been on prednisone twice, has taken 50 mg.
Avatar m tn The anatomy of knee or knee joint configuration would have changed after the knee fusion surgery to do any sort of surgery after that. Yes I think an orthopedic surgeon experienced in knee replacement after knee fusion could possibly with difficulty could have done it. Keep me informed if you have any queries. Bye.
Avatar f tn I had been diagnosed with Osteoarthritis in the left knee and beginning in the right knee four years ago. I was told that I was bone on bone in the left knee. Since I was only 50 years old the doctor said that I was too young for surgery. Four years later, 1 less thyroid, additional weight, I have been told I am too fat and I need to get my BMI down before they would consider.
Avatar n tn ) on the inside thigh of the side with the THR be caused by an infection in the hip replacement? This absess has been draining for 7 weeks and still not closed and still has fluid. Also, previous pain in the hip has diminished almost totally since the absess was addressed. Is there any method of scan to see what is occurring? Thank you.
Avatar n tn I had a total knee replacement in October 08 which was very successful. However, in January I came down with blepharitis. After 2 doctors, drops and antibiotics they now have stuck pins in the blister like sores that line my eyes and suggest I see a surgeon to have the under my eyelids scraped out. These blisters when broken, bleed and ooze. In addition to this infection I went to the dentist for cleaning. I took the prescribed antibioics before and all was fine.
Avatar f tn My husband had knee replacement surgery 7 weeks ago. Now he is suffering with swelling of the calf, ankle and foot on the same leg as the replacement. He is exercising, walking, biking on stationery bike and doing the exercises that PT told him to do. He is able to bend 126 degrees and walks very well without any aid. He is doing stairs as well. He ices it and elevates the leg periodically throughout the day. Has anyone else experienced anything like this? It is extremely frustrating.
Avatar m tn I have internal bleeding in my right knee which has been going on for 3 months. I am a 59 year old male living in England and have suffered from rheumatoid arthritis since the age of 21.I have no other health problems. Despite many aspirations (sometimes using compression bandages,) the bleeding will not stop. It is so painfull that I have not been able to walk more than a few steps for months.
16888441 tn?1452155657 s usually a good practice to consult with at least 2-3 top doctors before undergoing a knee replacement surgery. Knee replacement can be an excellent option in many cases, but there are also some contra-indications where a knee replacement should not be the first choice. For instance, if a person is young and below 50 years of age, knee replacement can be delayed because the life of implants typically lasts between 15-20 years. Is the person too over-weight?
Avatar n tn SINCE HAVING KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY IN MARCH 2009 I HAVE HAD SEVERE HEEL PAIN. NO ONE HAS FOUND THE CURE. THIS INCLUDES THE KNEE SURGEON, A PAIN DOCTOR, A FOOT DOCTOR AND A NEUROSURGEON.
Avatar f tn I have periodontal disease and need to have a hip and knee replacement surgery. However, I cannot find a dentist or oral surgeon that really wants to pull ALL my teeth because they aren't ALL bad. But I believe it's my decision, and I don't want the chance of any infection coming back and needing my hip and knee replacements affected.