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I'm curious what occurs after bunion pins are removed?
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Depends: They could be removed as it is time and this is good as you are healing, or they can be removed early due to a problem like an infection.
Answered 4/5/2014
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REMOVAL: There are pins, and there are screws. For the most part, screws are not removed. If pins (K-wires), I'll just tell you my way; there are different ways pins are uses. My wires are sticking out of the skin, and are removed in the office w/o anesthetic, and for the most part painlessly. This is at 3-6 weeks post-op.
Answered 8/4/2016
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