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I Just Got Another Cast Put On Today. I Was

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Posted on Thu, 6 Aug 2020
Question: I just got another cast put on today. I was in a cast 2 weeks so the put another one on. I think it's to tight. I'm in alot of pain I feel throbbing around my ankle where I think it's to tight so I go to the ER
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Answered by Dr. Aaron Branch (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Cast should be removed

Detailed Answer:
Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using 'Ask a Doctor'. Yes, if you are having pain from the cast and feel like it is too tight, you should go to the ER to see about it being removed. If it is too tight, it can cause skin breakdown, nerve compression, and other complications.

I hope that helps, please let me know if you have any other questions about that, and I would be glad to discuss it with you further.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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I Just Got Another Cast Put On Today. I Was

Brief Answer: Cast should be removed Detailed Answer: Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using 'Ask a Doctor'. Yes, if you are having pain from the cast and feel like it is too tight, you should go to the ER to see about it being removed. If it is too tight, it can cause skin breakdown, nerve compression, and other complications. I hope that helps, please let me know if you have any other questions about that, and I would be glad to discuss it with you further.