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Is Ankle Pain A Symptom Of Arthritis?
Hello. I was in a car accident and my ankle was broken. The bone came through the skin. I had to get 2 metal plates and 6 screws to fix my ankle. Now I have sharp pains in my ankle. It s been a year since the surgery. Is this normal? Could I have arthritis?
Sat, 10 Sep 2016
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Ankle pain a year after fracture could be due to arthritis.However, a more probable cause is a callus since it is common after fractures especially when bones are not well positioned at surgery.Also, another possible cause is strain/stress on joint from your daily activities.I will suggest you take a pain medication like ibuprofen, rest well and observe.If the pain persist, you take an ankle X-ray and see your Doctor for evaluation.
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Thanks for posting on HCM
Ankle pain a year after fracture could be due to arthritis.However, a more probable cause is a callus since it is common after fractures especially when bones are not well positioned at surgery.Also, another possible cause is strain/stress on joint from your daily activities.I will suggest you take a pain medication like ibuprofen, rest well and observe.If the pain persist, you take an ankle X-ray and see your Doctor for evaluation.
Hope my answer will help you
Best regards
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