Skin temperature: When surgery is performed on an extremity, the healing process can take up to a year. During this time there is an increase in circulation of the area. This can cause a red-pink discoloration and can also appear bluish when bathing. Crps typically has discoloration. The one distinct factor in crps is temperature. The involved area is characteristically cool/cold. Temperature will tell.
Answered 3/30/2014
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Both: Casts being placed on for long time can result in skin discoloration. This should resolve in a few days to weeks though. Crps changes typically take longer to resolve and may not resolve suggesting its presence.
Answered 4/21/2014
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