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[bumneej]

Good Morning! I have a small concern right now about infection. I have an infected ingrown toenail on the same side as my knee replacement. It is a very small infection. I called my surgeon and they said to go to my primary care doctor asap. I went yesterday and she clipped the nail back and put me on Cephalexin (Keflex) 500mg twice a day for 5 days. She felt this was a very adequate treatment. Getting an infection in the knee has always been my biggest fear. How worried should I be about this? Thank you!

 

[Celle]

I also had an infection of an ingrown toenail. It was treated just like yours and I had no problems with the infection spreading to my knee.

You have done the right thing. Your toenail has been treated and you're now taking antibiotics, so I don't think there's much risk at all of the infection getting to your knee.

 

[bumneej]

Hello....we will be leaving on a trip next week and will be flying. Just wondering if I will make it through security with my new knee or what I should be prepared for. Some people I have talked to say it's no problem while others say to be prepared for a pat down and to show my scar. We will be going early to the airport just in case of a delay because of this. Thank you!!

 

[bumneej]

Hello...I haven't posted for a while and have been doing really well. I finished PT and now just try to do some walking and light exercises to keep my knee flexible. But, about a month ago I developed an itching problem. I seem to itch all over but mainly on my lower legs, both legs. I have some red spots on the legs also. I have scratched them until they bleed...not a good thing. Now I am worried about an allergic reaction to the metal in the knee replacement. Does anyone know if that could be a problem 4 months after surgery? I have not started any new medications or used anything new on my body or in the house to be causing this. Thanks for you help!

 

[maryo52]

It might be best to see your PCP about this. Even if you haven't started a new drug, and I don't know what medications you take, but sometimes a medication sensitivity doesn't appear right away.

 

[Jaycey]

Have you changed your laundry detergent recently? I agree with maryo52 - best to see your PCP.

 

[bumneej]

I have not changed anything, laundry detergent, meds, etc. I have been thinking I should see my pcp but was hoping it would just stop. I guess it's time to make the appt. Thank you for replying!