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Is Knee Pain After A Surgery A Concern?

Hi, I have cellulitis in my legs and am recovering from knee surgery. I twisted my knee the other day and it has been constantly throbbing. Today I had an opening on my upper shin that was oozing pus and the throbbing has gone away but I don t know if I should pack the pussy wound and use compression or just bandage over it and elevate it? Please help
Thu, 20 Sep 2018
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Hi,

Considering your clinical history you were having abscess formation over leg which has ruptured and pus has drained itself. Rupture of abscess relieves pain.

But underlying pathology leading to abscess must be treated and local debridement is needed.

The intravenous course of antibiotics as per culture and sensitivity report of pus should be started followed by oral antibiotics.

Random blood sugar level should be checked for diabetes.

This all treatment needs a visit to the surgeon.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Jayesh Vaza,
Orthopedic Surgeon
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Is Knee Pain After A Surgery A Concern?

Hi, Considering your clinical history you were having abscess formation over leg which has ruptured and pus has drained itself. Rupture of abscess relieves pain. But underlying pathology leading to abscess must be treated and local debridement is needed. The intravenous course of antibiotics as per culture and sensitivity report of pus should be started followed by oral antibiotics. Random blood sugar level should be checked for diabetes. This all treatment needs a visit to the surgeon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Jayesh Vaza, Orthopedic Surgeon