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My consultant is at a loss to explain why my lower arm is severely swollen at 21months post surgery. it is not tender over surgery site (metal plate)?

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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Vein injury : they need to look for a vein injury or lymphatic injury. Could happen during the accident and missed or during the surgery. With all my respect to your bone doctor,you need to see a vascular surgeon preferably one that is expert in vein and lymphatic

Answered 7/22/2015

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A member asked:

My consultant is at a loss to explain why my lower arm is severely swollen at 21months post surgery. it is not tender over surgery site (metal plate)?

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

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