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Could Pus Filled Lump Be Due To Screws And Plate In Ankle?
I have screws and plate in my ankle and now I notice I have a large bump on side on ankle and it is hard to touch, also it started to get red and soft skinned. today I opened it up and this thick lite yellow stuff come out? Still feels tender to touch and I think there is more in there. She I see the Doctor?
Mon, 23 Mar 2015
Hi,
From history it seems that there might be having some infection in the bone at screws and plate site.
There is possibility of having osteomyelitis producing this problem.
Consult orthopedic surgeon and get examined as soon as possible.
You might require proper treatment at proper time.
Ok and take care.
From history it seems that there might be having some infection in the bone at screws and plate site.
There is possibility of having osteomyelitis producing this problem.
Consult orthopedic surgeon and get examined as soon as possible.
You might require proper treatment at proper time.
Ok and take care.
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