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Leg fracture

2025-10-11 14:31:45
I had a fractured leg and now the cast is opened but it's really swelled up and red, it hurts suddenly and really badly what to do?
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Consult your orthopedist and get CBP ESR CRP and latest xray

Answered2025-10-13 15:37:33

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There is usually some swelling and pain/stuffness for Some time after cast is opened -should settle down -if not you will need to show

Answered2025-10-12 15:28:35

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Consult a nearest orthopedician ! It may land in compartment syndrome!

Answered2025-10-12 15:23:37

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get a fresh xray of leg ap and lateral view
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visit nearest orthopaedic surgeon and check for signs of compartment syndrome
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do not delay evaluation

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Please consult nearby orthopaedic surgeon as early as possible

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Pls consult an nearby Orthopaedician immediately for better diagnosis and clinical examination

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Share latest xray

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Visit ur nearest orthopedician

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