My Joint Replacement Is Painful and Swollen—Could It Be an Infection?
Pain and swelling after joint replacement can occur during normal recovery, but new, worsening, or persistent symptoms may sometimes indicate an infection around the implant. Warning signs can include increasing pain, redness, warmth, swelling, wound discharge, fever, or difficulty using the joint. Prompt evaluation is important when these symptoms occur. What Can Cause Infection After […]