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Is it normal to have a red foot after acl surgery?

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NO: Could be phlebitis(dvt), gout or infection.

Answered 11/8/2013

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Red foot: No - see your surgeon as it could be infection.

Answered 9/28/2016

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