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how long does it take for a surgical incision to heal

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  • 12-02-2010 8:21pm
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    CamperMan
    Registered Users Posts: 1,835 ✭✭✭


    Hi,

    I had surgery on my ankle on Jan 1st after breaking it, I had to have pins and screws inserted...

    my worry is after bing in a cast for 6 weeks solid, the ankle is very stiff, if I start to stretch the ankle to exercise it, could the surgical incision open up?? how long does it take for a surgical incision to heal?

    Thanks


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    metrovelvet
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,376 ✭✭✭metrovelvet


    It depends on the incision. Ask the doctor. Mine took 6 weeks. My son 3.


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    Dr Galen
    Registered Users Posts: 7,373 ✭✭✭Dr Galen


    horse for courses I'm afraid. As metro suggests, you should consult your doc with those queries. The factors affecting wound healing are many and varied.

    Cheers

    MM


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