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What Could Be The Reason For Constant Severe Pain On Foot After Ankle Fusion?
I had my lft. ankle fused a yr. ago and ever since the outside edge of foot feels like there is nerve damage, constant pain all the time even with an orthopedic shoe....pain is very sharp and makes me cry out in pain.....can I have this nerve cut??........Brian c
Hi Brian Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. You are right,u seem to have this neuritic pain,that usually occurs due to swelling and inflammation of a nerve. But cutting it is not the solution. U simply may take some local steroid injection that will reduce inflammation and pain. Also get an Xray done to find out whats wrong. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.
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What Could Be The Reason For Constant Severe Pain On Foot After Ankle Fusion?
Hi Brian Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. You are right,u seem to have this neuritic pain,that usually occurs due to swelling and inflammation of a nerve. But cutting it is not the solution. U simply may take some local steroid injection that will reduce inflammation and pain. Also get an Xray done to find out whats wrong. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.