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Had arthroscopic ankle surgery a month ago. this foot is darker than other one. swollen too. normal? causes? post thrombotic syn? will it get lighter?

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Dr. Craig Carter answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Possibly: It sounds like venous compression, which may be due to scar tissue around the veins to the foot. Compression is a good start, and you may benefit from anticoagulation and physical therapy. Talk to your operating surgeon about therapy.

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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