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I have recently broken my leg spiral tibia fracture and by the afternoon daily, the sole of my foot is burning and the ankle area akin feels like its is on fire. as well as an intense feeling of pressure below the cast. what is causing this ?

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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPM
Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPManswered
Podiatry 43 years experience
See Attaining dr: Go back to the attending physician to evaluate the cast. nerve could be irritated by the cast. Do not wait. Could cause permanent damage to the nerve
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