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Tibia bones and ankle

2018-02-16 19:59:52
I met with an accident on 11jan2018, on same day surgery done with fixing rod and plates with screws. Stitches are removed, swelling increases when leg will be down, how many days for swelling ? Also some pain is in knees ? Can't bend the leg?
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Swelling is very normal after leg surgeries , may be on and off for 6 months , don’t worry , consult your doctor for your knee problem also getting. A Xray may be helpful

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Hi, swelling will be there upto 6 months, knee pain should resolve in 6 weeks, check with your doctor regarding physio.

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