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Suggest Treatment For Elbow Stiffness

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Posted on Thu, 2 Feb 2017
Question: I noticed stiffness in my elbow. took my shirt off and saw large swelled area above, in and below my elbow. it
looks deformed. What has happened and what should I do ?
thank you
L D
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Kindly upload an image for review!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

We need to at least review the nature of the swelling in order to be able to make a list of possible causes. From there, we can establish a plan as to what is needed to help address this.

To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query.

I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here. Brief Answer:
Please, this needs to to be examined!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

This shows a voluminous swelling and deformation. This could be related to blood or fluid accumulation. Other possible causes could be uric acid salts causing an inflammation. Neither of these causes can be confirmed or excluded without further examination and X-rays. I will suggest that you see your doctor and get a full examination and an x-ray. If you are in pain at this time, I suggest you get Tylenol 1000mg for relief.

Keep me posted about this. I wish you well.
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Suggest Treatment For Elbow Stiffness

Brief Answer: Kindly upload an image for review! Detailed Answer: Hi, We need to at least review the nature of the swelling in order to be able to make a list of possible causes. From there, we can establish a plan as to what is needed to help address this. To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query. I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here. Brief Answer: Please, this needs to to be examined! Detailed Answer: Hi, This shows a voluminous swelling and deformation. This could be related to blood or fluid accumulation. Other possible causes could be uric acid salts causing an inflammation. Neither of these causes can be confirmed or excluded without further examination and X-rays. I will suggest that you see your doctor and get a full examination and an x-ray. If you are in pain at this time, I suggest you get Tylenol 1000mg for relief. Keep me posted about this. I wish you well.