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Bursitis 4 years after TKR

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rachel62205
rachel62205

I had an extensive replacement knee fitted 4 years ago due to a tumour in my femur. I have now developed a swelling on the inside of my knee which the GP says is bursitis. It is tender rather than painful. Anyone else had similar problems?

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  • liz34614
    liz34614 rachel62205

    Posted

    Too early for me to have anything like that, but as you previously had a tumour, I would not take a GP's diagnosis without insisting on a referral or a scan.  He is probably right, but since he does not have xray vision better be safe than sorry! Hope all goes well for you.
  • susan20255
    susan20255 rachel62205

    Posted

    I had bursitis in my knee prior to TKR which basically incapacitated me. Chances are yours is only tender due to the TKR. Bursitis is caused by friction. Has your Dr given you advice on how to treat? I was treated with steroid patches, a coritzone injection and most importantly, rest, ice and elevate. Unfortunately once you develop bursitis you are prone to them. Best of luck to you.
  • Oldfatguy1
    Oldfatguy1 rachel62205

    Posted

    Rachel, quite possibly the Dr wasn't kind enough to explain the origin of the diagnosis. The bursa are like little pads of tissue that lie in and around the joints as protection. They do become inflamed but not damaged. Seemes as though every doc has their own way of treatment, massage, antiinflammatory drugs or physical therapy or a combination. My mother was an avid fisherman and had bursitis in her shoulder so bad she had difficulty using a rod and reel. Finally found a choirpracter that straightened it out in just a few weekly sessions using heat and ultrasound

  • tracy32225
    tracy32225 rachel62205

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    Rachel, have not had bursitis my self but as a nurse have treated many patients with it and it can be very painful. Your doctor can manage the pain and icing can assist the pain and swelling. I have just had a left TKR and are 3 weeks down the track so I am feeling your pain. Hope all goes well speak to the Dr and see if he can help.
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