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8wks ago trimalleor ankle fx, still need pain meds. still have difficulty walking, even have pain at rest.did not have surgery.is this normal?
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That is a fracture: That takes a long time to heal.
Answered 2/15/2014
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Go see your surgeon!: Most trimalleor fractures are unstable and require surgery. You should not be bearing weight on your broken ankle.
Answered 2/22/2014
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