What causes infection post placement of screws in the ankle?
Patient: On 27-05-2016, I got operated my broken left ankle and its supporting small bone.Doctor has inserted screws at the ankle and plate with screws to the small bone. Everything is under control,but the place where the bones tear the skin is infected with pus and little painful. I am 58 years and diabetic under control. At the time of discharge and 2nd review orthopedician prescribed me with (i) Cal Q Alfa only and the General physician with (i) Agriplim M2 ,(ii) tenebite for Sugar and (iii) Nicardia Retard for BP. Since, I am not able consult them please advise with for the infection with pus. Doctor: HI, thanks for using healthcare magicThe infection would need to be treated with oral or iv antibiotics. IV antibiotics would be needed if the infection is assessed as severe.You need to see your doctor, either your GP or orthopedic doctor , for an assessment as soon as possible to determine which type of antibiotic would be best for you to use.Early treatment would prevent spread to the bone , if it is not there at this point.I hope this helps