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Surgery on right ankle 6 weeks ago, after cast is removed there is severe bruising, is this normal?
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Cast removed bruise: Yes it is common, and it will go away with time.
Answered 7/21/2012
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Not uncommon: It happens. Don't worry about it, it will go away.
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