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What Causes Swollen Ankle And Rash On Leg After Having Arthroscopy?
father had arthroscopy for meniscus tears. He was doing well for 5 days and now has large ecchymotic area on back of leg which he states pains him. His ankle has now swollen which wasn t there before and also noted red flat pin rash throughout leg. His knee is more swollen also. Do I need to take him to md?
Thu, 20 Aug 2020
Hello,
It could be of great help if you could send a picture of the affected leg and ankle to me for further evaluation. Yes, you should take him to MD as soon as possible. We should rule out possible blood clot in his legs. Erysipelas should be considered too. You should send him to MD as soon as possible.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
It could be of great help if you could send a picture of the affected leg and ankle to me for further evaluation. Yes, you should take him to MD as soon as possible. We should rule out possible blood clot in his legs. Erysipelas should be considered too. You should send him to MD as soon as possible.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini, General & Family Physician
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