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Had ankle and heel reconstruction surgery over a year ago after trauma. foot bruised very black preop, but remains so in some areas. need for worry?
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No: The discoloration is due to hemosiderin deposits as a residual of the soft tissue bleed. It is not an issue.
Answered 4/9/2018
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