When should I call the doctor?
If you experience chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, chills, significant drainage from the incision, or redness or increased pain, dial 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Room.
90% or more of patients do well after their knee replacement, though some patients do have complications. It’s better if you can return to the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, however, if you experience chest pain or shortness of breath, go to the nearest hospital
