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What Causes Burning Sensation, Discoloration And Swelling In Thigh Post Knee Replacement?

Burning, swelling in my thigh, cafe, foot with discolored skin. Turns dark purple in warm water and I have pain down my left side of my thigh, can not stand to have it touched in any way. Can not sleep in my bed because of the pain I must sleep in a recliner. This has been going on now for over 3 months after I had my knee replaced.
Thu, 23 May 2019
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Hello,

* There is a strong possibility of an underlying hematoma between different layers of thigh fascia and muscles.
* An immediate evaluation with soft tissue ultrasound is mandatory to find out the root cause and treat accordingly.

Till that time, ice application will serve best relieving tool here.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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What Causes Burning Sensation, Discoloration And Swelling In Thigh Post Knee Replacement?

Hello, * There is a strong possibility of an underlying hematoma between different layers of thigh fascia and muscles. * An immediate evaluation with soft tissue ultrasound is mandatory to find out the root cause and treat accordingly. Till that time, ice application will serve best relieving tool here. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon