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What kind of medication will be given after a sesamoidectomy?
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Depends: Definitely a medication for pain and probably a medication to help avoid blood clot since your foot/leg will be immobilized after surgery.
Answered 10/21/2012
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Pain medication: You may also have to take an antibiotic.
Answered 10/21/2012
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Antiinflammatories: And pain medication.
Answered 6/14/2015
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How long does it take to totally heal from a sesamoidectomy?
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