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A member asked:
Had foot surgery three weeks ago the incision on my heel hurts i have a cast inside it feels sticky is this normal?
5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Get it checked: The sticky sensation may be an early sign of infection or a cast sore. Get evaluated by your doc and have the cast removed and changed.
Answered 4/21/2014
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Tell your surgeon: It might be normal and it might not, there is a lot of healing going on. I myself am not one for guessing. The best way to see if everything is ok is to actually see the incision line. You should talk this over with your surgeon. A patient's post-op concerns are viable ones indeed!
Answered 9/28/2016
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Pain is normal, but.: Pain with recent foot surgery is normal. But, please follow up with your surgeon to make sure your cast is okay and you are healing nicely.
Answered 3/11/2014
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Have it evaluated.: Your surgical site may be draining. Consult with your surgeon and get his advice.
Answered 9/28/2016
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