Bruising (total knee replacement 2 years ago)

I had a total knee replacement two years ago in March. Recently it has been hurting more and more. Tonight I went to rub it when I noticed that the outer part of my knee is swollen and starting to change colors as if it was hit by something. I know I did not hit it or fall or anything that could cause me to have bruised it yet it is turning colors. Do you know what this could mean?

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Bruising (total knee replacement 2 years ago)

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Nov 03, 2009
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by: Bart - SII

Discoloration like bruising usually indicates some type of internal damage that causes bleeding, and then the blood moves to the surface.

It probably would be a good idea to give your doctor a call just to be on the safe side, since you don't recall any trauma to your knee.

Bart