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I have a rod in my femur, that leg measures bigger than the other i am 5 yrs. out. is this to be expected?curious cause i have new deep pain in there
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Rod in femur: Recommend follow up with the orthopedic surgeon that operated on u, for reassessment.
Answered 7/10/2013
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