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I have a lateral maellous fracture that is closed with medial stress fracture i am in a short leg non walking cast still a lot of bruising swelling?
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Normal: It is normal to still have swelling and bruising after a fracture. If the swelling has increased/continued and is causing significant discomfort please go to your doctor,urgent care, or ER for cast removal. The increased swelling constricts the ankle in the cast and can cause circulation issues/tissue damage.
Answered 8/13/2014
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