When should I get the titanium plate and screws removed from my ankle. It has been over 4 years since it broke

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When should I get the titanium plate and screws removed from my ankle. It has been over 4 years since it broke

2007-01-25 07:30:50 · 2 answers · asked by surfinnorcal77 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries

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There is no reason to get them removed unless you are having problems with them. I had screws and rods when i broke my ankle and knee. After a year i was limping and in pain so i had them removed otherwise i would have left them in there. Don't have another surgery unless you have to. It isn't worth it.

2007-01-25 07:43:29 · answer #1 · answered by LM 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Didnt the surgeon tell you? Havent you been back to talk to him? These are questions for your Doctor.

2007-01-25 07:41:12 · answer #2 · answered by fancyname 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋