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Is Numbness In The Foot Normal After A Tibia And Fibula Fracture?

I broke my tibia and fibula back in August. No surgery required but I was off it till ( no weight) till November than walking boot 3 weeks. No physical therapy needed. It s now February and the last week or so my foot has been feeling numb. It gels cold but warm to the touch. It s super annoying... is this normal ( my toes, top of foot and out side of foot constantly tingle)
Mon, 5 Nov 2018
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General Surgeon,  's  Response
Hello,

Numbness can happen after fracturing of leg bones.

It is due to nerve impingement and nerve injury due to fractures segments.

You can consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan to rule out possible nerve involvement.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician

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General Surgeon,  Dr. Shinas Hussain's  Response
Hello,

It is due to minor contusion and edema of the nerves. Generally, it will settle by itself.

If symptoms persist it is better to consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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Is Numbness In The Foot Normal After A Tibia And Fibula Fracture?

Hello, Numbness can happen after fracturing of leg bones. It is due to nerve impingement and nerve injury due to fractures segments. You can consult an orthopedician and plan for an MRI scan to rule out possible nerve involvement. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician