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WLE webspace between toes

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    • April 30, 2017 at 9:56 pm
    Sdsparks
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      I'm a 39 year old who was recently diagnosed with melanoma. a couple days ago I had a wide local excision between my 3rd and 4th toe and a skin graft.  I was sent home and told I didn't need a boot or crutches.  I was able to put weight on my heel post op but I think that's because the local anesthesia was still in effect. By yesterday I had to crawl to the bathroom. My husband went and bought me crutches to help.  My doctor advised me to keep my foot up as much as possible however I don't see how anything else is possible. My foot throbs whenever it's not elevated. 

      I am wondering if anyone on this board has had this surgery and advice for what to expect.  My doctor made it seem like 7-10 days before I could resume normal activities but 3 days in with no improvement has me a little discouraged. 

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        • May 1, 2017 at 8:11 am
        CynthiaLee
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          I think you should call about the pain, my WLE was behind my ear and in the fold between ear and scull. I only had excruciating pain when it became infected even though we were following all the cleaning and caring for instructions.
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