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A member asked:

How painful is it to remove plate and screws from leg, had surgery 3 yrs ago, having pain where the plate is. and how long will i be off the leg ?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

U will receive some: Sedative during the removal of the screws and thereafter ur ortho can give u mild and strong analgesics so pain should be not of major concern. Ask him about the duration of not having the screws. Take care!

Answered 4/6/2014

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