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Nondisp fx lateral malleolus part torn delt aftl not heal 4 mnths painful poor rom swell no symptoms or pt yet could i have long term prob or will it heal?

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Dr. Wenjay Sung answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Physician: At this point, you should probably go to your treating physician for a treatment plan. Long term problems are hard to predict from an online description. If you did not get treated (not sure of your history), please contact your pcp for a referral. Best of luck.

Answered 5/13/2013

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Dr. Sourendra Raut answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Could be serious: This could be a serious issue. May need a bone stimulator or surgery. Risk factors for delayed healing include diabetes, smoking, excess motion at fracture site. It would be best to have this evaluated further. Would recommend seeing an orthopedic surgeon for this.

Answered 9/25/2016

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