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I had a plate and 5 screws put in my left foot about 4 months ago to fix fractured 5th met is intense itching on skin where plate is normal?
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Potentially: Yes, it can potentially be normal. Some people believe it is a sign of healing. As long as your incision is healed and your xrays show the fracture is healed, I would not be concerned. You could let your surgeon know.
Answered 7/13/2017
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