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Bimalleolar fracture and shredded tendon of right ankle 8/1. stabilzation surgery 9/18. 5 days ago severe pain in top of foot started. very painful.
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See your MD: Are you in a cast or boot?See your ors for evaluation soon.Cast pressure sores can develop fairly quickly and can be serious.Surgery 6 wks. After injury?
Answered 12/10/2013
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Pain: The right thing to do is see your surgeon - he/she knows best what to do for you.
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