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Removed my own cast 2 days ago after 4wks.frac. ankle off distal tip of r fibula on 8.19.12.sore & edema. normal? $$ probs. getting back to ortho doc.
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See a Dr.: You need yo get back to the doctor for re-evaluation and probable cast before you create irreversible damage.
Answered 10/10/2012
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