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What Causes Hard Mass Inside Thigh After Knee Replacement?

I have a hard mass about 10 cm on the inside of my thigh right on the inside half way down to the knee area it is putting pressure on my knee which i have a knee replacement and my orthopedic is worried it might be a type of infection that might damage the knee i had a ultrasound down and the doctor ruled out fluid and said it was solid. they wanted me to find a general surgeon it is hard and painful and making my knee hurt alot it is putting pressure on the knee replacement. what can i do i need help. Elizabeth
Mon, 19 Aug 2019
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Hello,

It could be a hematoma. Other causes also have to be ruled out. Consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Hard Mass Inside Thigh After Knee Replacement?

Hello, It could be a hematoma. Other causes also have to be ruled out. Consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI scan. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician