My dog's leg pin causes pain. Should it be removed or stay in?

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I am fostering a rescue dog who was found with a broken leg. A pin has been put in the leg. Initially the pin was sticking out, it is now covered by skin and she seems to be in more pain since this happened. Is this normal? I understand the pin is longer than the bone to allow growth but will the skin fusing over it cause her a permanent problem. Also is it normal to have the pin removed later or should it stay in permanently? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 8 days old

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

No, being in more pain now is not normal after that surgery. It may be damaging her joint or hitting nerves that is causing her more pain. I would have her rechecked to see if that can be cut a little shorter and to make sure it has not migrated out a little and slipped. Having the pin removed is an option and it varies upon the dog and healing as to if it is taken out. If it is completely healed and not bothering the dog, then they typically leave them in. If she is healed and doing well, then suddenly seems bothered, then the pin can be safely removed with out compromising the break

My dog's leg pin causes pain. Should it be removed or stay in?

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