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I broke my distal fibula three months ago, i just found out. i can walk on it fine and move it, but sometimes i feel a mild pain. will i need surgery?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Fibula: Some pain is normal at 3 months. Hard to say surgically what's going on without exam and x-rays.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

I broke my distal fibula three months ago, i just found out. i can walk on it fine and move it, but sometimes i feel a mild pain. will i need surgery?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Ali agreed

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