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Hi, i have had what i thought was a fractured shin for over 15 months. i have had 5 x rays during this period. and only recently a specialist has told me it isnt actually a fracture but instead cracks along the front of my shin. he said that there is noth

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Dr. Amrit Singh answered

Specializes in Cardiology

None: if u fracture ur shin bone u can't walk, so stop worrying. Believe the 1st xray telling u no fracture.

Answered 3/25/2015

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Dr. John Feola answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

R/O STRESS FRACTURE : With these symptoms, I would suggest getting a bone scan and MRI OF THE FIBULA/TIBIA. It is a bit unusual unless you are a long distance runner to fracture this. Follow up with a second opinion orthopedic consult. Rest and casting/crutches for non-weight bearing may expedite healing. Also the medication MICALCIN can increase osteoblasts activity and expedite healing

Answered 3/25/2015

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