I had a neuroma removed from my foot. now it's swoolen, which started with a!
Question: it's been swollen for three+ years, sometimes worse than other times. the orthopedist said it's not from the surgery, but I differ. how can i reduce this watery swelling?
Answers: it's been swollen for three+ years, sometimes worse than other times. the orthopedist said it's not from the surgery, but I differ. how can i reduce this watery swelling?
. The surgery has an over all high rate of success, however, as with any surgery complications can occur. Possible complications include infection, excessive swelling, and delays in healing or continued pain. Also when a nerve is cut there is a small possibility that the nerve may grow abnormally producing a stump neuroma. If the patient walks on the foot more than what is recommended excessive swelling can cause bleeding or scaring that may result in continued pain and delays in healing.
Recurrence is another possibility. The stump of nerve remaining after resection can begin to grow again. If this occurs, the nerve grows in width and length, creating a burning pain that can be treated by injection or further surgery.
I would advise getting a 2nd opinion. It sounds like your current Dr. is not admitting blame or that it can swell or come back. One of those three possibilities may be occurring. Hope this info helps! Good luck!
In addition, here is a link to a neuroma surgery complication message board you should check out:
http://www.healthboards.com/boards/archi...