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What Causes Swelling In Foot After Ankle Surgery With Metal Plates?

i have a metal plate with 8 screws on my right ankle and 4 screws on other side. ive been experiencing swelling and redness that is warm to the touch. my surgery took place 4 years ago and this started happening in the past week. i been xray and checked for infection and all blood work came back fine, my doctor perscribe an antibiotic to be safe. Is this a reaction to having metal in my leg and do you recommend emoval
Tue, 30 Sep 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case history.

There is possibility of impingement of implant along soft tissue.
As bone union is complete and implant is producing pain you can remove implant consulting your doctor
Clinical examination is important to know site of pain.
You can also send x ray photo on my profile.
Till time take medication like analgesic and apply crepe bandage over ankle. Do ice fomentation.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.
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What Causes Swelling In Foot After Ankle Surgery With Metal Plates?

Hello, I have studied your case history. There is possibility of impingement of implant along soft tissue. As bone union is complete and implant is producing pain you can remove implant consulting your doctor Clinical examination is important to know site of pain. You can also send x ray photo on my profile. Till time take medication like analgesic and apply crepe bandage over ankle. Do ice fomentation. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health.