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13 months post-op and ankle has not fused. No pain. What should I do?

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mars44904
mars44904

I am 13 months post-op. Xray and CT show no fusion - but I  have no pain. 

Dr. said the reason my ankle may not have fused is that this is my 5th surgery, and the blood flow to my ankle is compromised. I am also 68 yrs old.  I am taking forteo (although surgeon saw no osteoporosis in my ankle bones) and human growth hormone shots daily, along with 10,000 units of D3, B complex and Calcium pills with chelated magnesium.

Doctor said he could operate again, and add some bone plus biologic to force healing. 

 

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  • hope4cure
    hope4cure mars44904

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    Oh sorry to hear that and fusion is tricky . My ankle was fused years ago and now have arthritis in it very painful and blood flow issues. I wear compression socks. So my goodness sorry to say I wish I didn't have it fused because it can't be repaired.

    Hope you can find a good solution since your doing all you can to help it . Sending healing blessings for a complete recovery.

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