A member asked:

Can surgical screws cause pain? i had osteotemy and open reduction 2 years ago having lots of pain. doc wants to open me a 3rd time. is it worth it?

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

A lot of people: I see have that problem. without an exam, I can only give general information. and if the pain localizes to the screw, if the location of the screw is moving or in an area where it gets a lot of direct stress, This might indicate taht the surgery is warranted.

Answered 10/28/2015

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