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I broke my ankle in three places 2 years ago i have a plate and 13 screws 2 surgeries later; it is still painful to walk n a growth on the inner part?

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Need evaluation: Post traumatic Arthritis and malfunction of screws or plate are concern. Follow up with your doctor . May need radiologic evaluation

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Answered 1/8/2020

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A member asked:

I broke my ankle in three places 2 years ago i have a plate and 13 screws 2 surgeries later; it is still painful to walk n a growth on the inner part?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

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