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Why is my ankle still swollen 5 weeks after knee surgery? there's no pain in the leg or ankle, and i'm up and walking just fine.
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Swelling : After a major surgery can take months or even up to one year to totally resolve. Consult with your surgeon.
Answered 11/30/2020
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Please be careful: Some time this could indicate possibility of blood clots please check it out.
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