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Had a cast for 5 weeks on my leg. Been really hot where I live. Really moist around my heel. Should I be worried about mold. Cast is off in 4 days.?

Dr. Scott Keith, University of Illinois College of Medicine Answered Jul. 4, 2015
41 years experience in Podiatry
Ready to cast Off. Hang in there, you're almost done. You will see soon enough. Probably nothing to be concerned about.
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Dr. Jeffrey Kass Answered Jul. 4, 2015
25 years experience in Podiatry
No you shouldn't. Stop worrying, .
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