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A member asked:

I had bunion surgery on right foot. why is it still sore and why is it sill stiff. it is still a little bit swollen near the.big toe.

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Time dependent: bunion surgery can take 3-6 months to plateau in terms of pain reduction. If past that time orthopedic evaluation and x-rays can help diagnosing problem

Dr Tobin agreed

Answered 4/14/2019

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