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A member asked:

I broke my fibula bone and and wearing a plaster orthopedic cast. is it normal to have ankle pain?

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Dr. Gregory Harvey answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Fibula fracture: Yes if the fracture is recent pain is common. Just make sure the cast is not too tight which can also cause pain.

Dr Kass and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/6/2012

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