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Swelling In The Leg From Knee To Foot While Due For Knee Replacement

I have a knee injury and will soon have a total knee replacement. My leg from my knee to my foot are now swelling and my lower back is sore from walking to compensate for my sore knee. Is this swelling from my knee or should I see my regular MD besides my Orthopedic doctor?
Wed, 26 Feb 2014
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Hi,

I have read your query.

Yes swelling in your leg and foot is due to knee problem for this you should definitely consult orthopedic surgeon, he may advise you medication for decreasing swelling.

You should also try to avoid squatting and upstairs as much as you can.

Try to elevate your limb as much as you can.

I hope you have got your answer.

In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:

http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-chander-mohan-singh/67013

Let me know if you have any concerns.

Thanks.

Dr.Singh.






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Swelling In The Leg From Knee To Foot While Due For Knee Replacement

Hi, I have read your query. Yes swelling in your leg and foot is due to knee problem for this you should definitely consult orthopedic surgeon, he may advise you medication for decreasing swelling. You should also try to avoid squatting and upstairs as much as you can. Try to elevate your limb as much as you can. I hope you have got your answer. In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link: http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-chander-mohan-singh/67013 Let me know if you have any concerns. Thanks. Dr.Singh.