I have a bony avulsion fracture of my PCL with a bone fragment that's mildly displaced posterosuperiorly and measures around 16x15x10 mm. All my other ligaments are intact. Will this heal with just 4 weeks in a plaster cast or do I need surgery for it?

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I'm dealing with a neck spasm and shoulder muscle pain for the past couple of days, and there's a slight swelling near the right side of my jaw. I've already tried applying ointment and taking painkillers, but its not getting any better. Should I be worried about this, or is there something else I should be doing?

have xray and consult your doctor

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How can I arrange a home visit for stitches removal after knee replacement surgery in Pimple Gurav area The patient can't climb stairs so walking to a clinic isn't an option right now

To arrange a home visit for stitch removal after a knee replacement in Pimple Gurav, contact your surgeon's office or the hospital where the surgery was performed. They can likely connect you with a home healthcare service or a nurse who provides in-home care for stitch removal. You can also explore options for home healthcare services in Pimple Gurav, ensuring they offer stitch removal services and are familiar with post-knee replacement care

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I fractured my leg over 15 days ago and just got my latest results. Can you take a look and tell me if I need surgery to fix the rod or if it's healing okay on its own?

kindly share report

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